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nounan antiviral protein produced by cells that have been invaded by a virus; inhibits replication of the virustype of:
Definition that contains interferon
- beta-interferon a form of interferon that is produced by fibroblasts and have antiviral effects; used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis
- gamma-interferon a form of interferon that is produced by T cells and macrophages; involved in the activation of phagocytes
- alpha-interferon a form of interferon that is produced endogenously and commercially for its pharmacological effects (including regulation of the immune system and antiviral and antineoplastic effects)