Protein which renders a cell less susceptible to attack by viruses is called

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Protein which renders a cell less susceptible to attack by viruses is called—

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SSC

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The correct answer is option 4: Interferon. Interferon is a protein that helps protect cells from viral infection. It is produced by cells upon viral infection and acts as a signaling molecule to warn nearby cells of the presence of a virus. When a cell is exposed to interferon, it activates a series of defense mechanisms to make itself more resistant to viral replication. These mechanisms can include inhibiting viral protein synthesis, preventing viral attachment to host cells, and inducing apoptosis (programmed cell death) in infected cells. Interferon is an important part of the body`s innate immune response and plays a crucial role in limiting the spread of viral infections.