Cytokines utilize a novel signal transduction pathway referred to as the _______ pathway, which operates without the involvement of _________.
A)cytokine-specific, receptors
B)cytokine-mediated, transducers
C)JAK-STAT, second messengers
D)JAX-TAT, tyrosine kinases
E)Jack Sprat, fats

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Cytokines utilize the JAK-STAT pathway, which involves the activation of Janus kinases (JAKs) and subsequent phosphorylation of signaling molecules known as STATs. This pathway operates without the involvement of second messengers, making choices A and B incorrect. Choice D ("JAX-TAT") is not a correct term. Choice E ("Jack Sprat, fats") is not relevant to the question.

Cytokines Utilize a Novel Signal Transduction Pathway Referred to as the _______