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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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Lactoferrin present in the human breast milk protects the child against
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The correct answer is  Lactoferrin belongs to the innate immune system. Apa from its main biological function, namely binding and transpo of iron ions, lactoferrin also has antibacterial, antiviral, antiparasitic, catalytic, anti-cancer, and anti-allergicfunctions and propeies. Ref essential paediatrics op ghai 9e Pg130