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Alpha-interferon

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alpha-interferon
n.
A family of glycoproteins that are produced endogenously and prepared commercially for their pharmacologic effects, which include antiviral and antineoplastic activity and immune system regulation.
Alpha-interferon
A natural body substance that now can be made in large quantities and is an effective treatment for some types of viral inflammatory disease, including hepatitis C.
Mentioned in: Hepatitis D
alpha-interferon,
n See interferon, alpha.
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