Definition of interferon Interferon
/ɪˌntɚfɛˈɹɑn/ - [interferan] - in•ter•fer•on
We found 3 definitions of interferon from 3 different sources.
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What does interferon mean?
WordNet
NounPlural: interferons |
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| interferon - an antiviral protein produced by cells that have been invaded by a virus; inhibits replication of the virus | ||
| antiviral, antiviral agent, antiviral drug any drug that destroys viruses | ||
| 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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Wiktionary 
- interferon (Noun)
Any of a group of glycoproteins, produced by the immune system , that prevent viral replication in infected cells.
Part of speech
🔤- interferon, noun, singular of interferons.
