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interferon
/,ɪntər'firɑn/
Synonyms of interferon Antonyms of interferon Examples of interferon Usage of interferon Parts of interferon Definition that contains interferon Words sounding like interferon Explanation of interferon

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Definitions of interferon
  1. noun
    an antiviral protein produced by cells that have been invaded by a virus; inhibits replication of the virus
Definition that contains interferon
  • 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)
  • beta-interferon a form of interferon that is produced by fibroblasts and have antiviral effects; used in the treatment of multiple sclerosis
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