Medical Definition of Type II interferon
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The major interferon produced by mitogenically or antigenically stimulated lymphocytes. It is structurally different from type I interferon (interferon type I) and its major activity is immunoregulation. It has been implicated in the expression of class II histocompatibility antigens in cells that do not normally produce them, leading to autoimmune disease.
Pharmacological action: antineoplastic agent, antiviral agents.
Chemical name: Interferon-gamma (human lymphocyte protein moiety reduced)
(12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Type II Interferon
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