A patient was shown to have high interferon levels. This would be an indicator of what type of infection?
A) Viral infection
B) Bacterial infection
C) Parasitic worm infection
D) None of the choices are correct.

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Interferons are proteins released by host cells in response to the presence of pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, parasites, and tumor cells. They are particularly known for their role in the immune response to viral infections, where they help inhibit virus replication and activate immune cells.

A Patient Was Shown to Have High Interferon Levels