Interferon type I
Interferon Type I
Interferon Type I (in-ter-feer-on type one) is a group of proteins produced and released by host cells in response to the presence of several pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria, parasites, and also tumor cells.
Etymology
The term "Interferon" was coined by Alick Isaacs and Jean Lindenmann in 1957. It is derived from the ability of these proteins to "interfere" with viral replication within host cells.
Function
Interferon Type I proteins cause cells to heighten their anti-viral defenses. They are named for their ability to "interfere" with viral replication. They also modulate the immune system's response to these pathogens.
Types
There are several types of Interferon Type I, including Interferon-alpha (IFN-α), Interferon-beta (IFN-β), Interferon-epsilon (IFN-ε), Interferon-kappa (IFN-κ), and Interferon-omega (IFN-ω).
Production and Release
Interferon Type I is produced and released by host cells in response to the presence of viruses, bacteria, parasites, and tumor cells. The production of these proteins is triggered by the immune system detecting these pathogens.
Related Terms
- Interferon Type II
- Interferon Type III
- Interferon-alpha (IFN-α)
- Interferon-beta (IFN-β)
- Interferon-epsilon (IFN-ε)
- Interferon-kappa (IFN-κ)
- Interferon-omega (IFN-ω)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Interferon type I
- Wikipedia's article - Interferon type I
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