Interferon interferes with replication of virus at the time of_____________?

Correct answer: A. Protein synthesis

  • A. Protein synthesis
  • B. DNA/RNA replication
  • C. When virus enters the cell
  • D. Uncoating of the virus proteins capsule

Explanation

Interferon induces antiviral proteins that chiefly inhibit viral protein synthesis, especially translation, and also affect viral nucleic-acid replication. Thus protein synthesis is the best option given.

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