noun
definition
Any of a group of glycoproteins, produced by the immune system, that prevent viral replication in infected cells.
Examples of interferons in a Sentence
Interferons have been reported to reduce the activity of hepatic cytochrome P450 dependent enzymes in humans and animals.
At high doses, in monkeys, abortifacient effects were observed with other interferons (see section 5.3 ).
These data suggest a novel use for type I interferons in the treatment or prevention of virus-induced asthma exacerbations.
They include substances such as interferons, interleukins, growth factors, monoclonal antibodies, and vaccines.
The innate immune system is made up of the skin (which acts as a barrier to prevent organisms from entering the body); white blood cells called phagocytes; a system of proteins called the complement system; and chemicals called interferons.