what-feature-allows-rig-like-receptors-rlrs-to-distinguish-between-viral-rna-and

Question

What feature allows RIG-like receptors (RLRs) to distinguish between viral RNA and host RNA?

Accepted Answer

The presence of a 5' triphosphate group on viral RNA

Answer

The presence of methylated caps on viral RNA

Answer

The presence of introns in viral RNA

Answer

The absence of a poly-A tail on host RNA