Four defences to Combat pathogenic Viruses Flashcards
1
Q
RNA interference (RNAi)
A
Cellular mechanism destroys viral dsRNA
2
Q
Interferons (cytokines)
A
Degrade cellular RNA
Inhibit protein synthesis
3
Q
Apoptosis
A
Programmed cell death
Avoid killing healthy productive cells
4
Q
Natural Killer (NK) Cells
A
Perforin ruptures infected cells
Proteases trigger apoptosis
