Interferons are stimulated by viruses and
A) are produced only by macrophages
B) stimulate the production of antiviral proteins in neighboring cells
C) form membrane attack complexes
D) none of the above

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Interferons are not produced only by macrophages, but also by other cells such as dendritic cells, fibroblasts, and lymphocytes. Interferons stimulate the production of antiviral proteins in neighboring cells, which helps limit the spread of the virus. Interferons do not form membrane attack complexes.

Interferons Are Stimulated by Viruses and