A host cell that has been infected with the influenza virus and has subsequently downregulated MHC class I molecules is most likely to be recognized by which cell type?

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NK cells recognize host cells that have downregulated MHC class I molecules, and proceed to destroy the cell in order to destroy the viral reservoir. Cytotoxic T cells will recognize infected host cells that present antigen on MHC class I molecules and will destroy those cells. B cells and neutrophils are more likely to recognize extracellular antigens, rather than cells that are infected with intracellular antigens.

A Host Cell That Has Been Infected with the Influenza