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What is an interferon?

What is an interferon? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. (biochemistry) Any of a group of glycoproteins, produced by the immune system, that prevent viral replication in infected cells.
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It helps the body produce more interferon to defend itself from viruses and other harmful matter.
They also reproduce themselves, and the new cells also crank out interferon in massive amounts.
Myelofibrosis occurs as a complication of CML and of its treatments, especially interferon.
The onset of loose stools is often noticed at the beginning of interferon treatment together with the flu-like symptoms.
Other forms of immunotherapy, such as interferon, are being tested in clinical trials.
Depression and suicide have been reported to occur in patients receiving interferon alpha, a related compound.

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