Which of the following would most directly eliminate an intracellular pathogen such as a virus?

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Activation of cytotoxic T cells would directly eliminate an intracellular pathogen such as a virus. This is because cytotoxic T cells are able to recognize and directly kill infected host cells. Antibody production and activation of B cells would not eliminate an intracellular pathogen, as antibodies are not effective against intracellular pathogens. Activation of helper T cells can help to activate other immune cells, but does not directly eliminate intracellular pathogens.

Which of the Following Would Most Directly Eliminate an Intracellular