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interferon

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun interferon has 1 sense
  1. interferon - an antiviral protein produced by cells that have been invaded by a virus; inhibits replication of the virus
    --1 is a kind of
    antiviral, antiviral agent, antiviral drug
    --1 has particulars: alpha-interferon; beta-interferon; gamma-interferon

Definitions from the Web

Interferon

Description:

Interferon is a type of protein produced by the cells of the immune system in response to the presence of pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria, or cancer cells. It plays a crucial role in the body's defense mechanism by inhibiting the replication of viruses, boosting the immune response, and regulating various immune functions.

Senses:

1. Noun - Medical:

Interferon refers to a group of naturally occurring proteins, classified as alpha, beta, and gamma, which are used as therapeutic agents to treat various viral infections, cancers, and autoimmune diseases.

Example Sentence:

"The doctor prescribed interferon to boost her immune system and combat the hepatitis C virus."

2. Noun - Biology:

In biology, interferon denotes any of the proteins produced by a cell in response to viral infection, capable of inducing neighboring cells to heighten their resistance to the virus.

Example Sentence:

"The infected cell released interferon, alerting nearby cells to activate their antiviral defenses."

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