Multiple choice

Interferons are chemotherapeutic agents for treating viral infections. Chemically, interferons are

  1. polypeptides

  2. glycoproteins

  3. phospholipids

  4. glycolipids

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Interferons are small glycoprotein substances made and released by host cells in response to the presence of several pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria, parasites and also tumor cells. They are produced by RDT (Recombinant DNA Technology).