Innate Immune Cell Receptors Quiz
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Which of the following is a function of Toll-like receptors (TLRs)?

  • Induction of viral replication
  • Inhibition of cytokine synthesis
  • Recognition and binding to highly conserved structures known as PAMPs (correct)
  • Promotion of bacterial and fungal growth
  • Where are Toll-like receptors (TLRs) found in innate immune cells?

  • Mitochondria
  • Nucleus
  • On the surface or in the endosomal compartment (correct)
  • Extracellular matrix
  • What do Toll-like receptors (TLRs) recognize and bind to?

  • Non-specific molecules
  • Highly conserved structures present in different organisms known as PAMPs (correct)
  • Self-antigens
  • Host cell proteins
  • Which type of molecules trigger the synthesis of interferon when bound by Toll-like receptors (TLRs)?

    <p>Viral components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of binding TLRs to PAMPs of bacteria and fungi?

    <p>Activation of signal transduction pathways and synthesis of cytokines</p> Signup and view all the answers

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