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Interferon Alpha-2

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Interferon Alpha-2 Definition

Encoded by human INFA2 Gene (IFN Alpha Family) and expressed by macrophages, secreted 188-amino acid 21.6 kD (precursor) Interferon Alpha 2 contains the interferon alpha/beta domain, exhibits interferon-alpha/beta receptor ligand activity, and appears to regulate antiviral defense, cell growth, and immune activation. It stimulates the production of a protein kinase and an oligoadenylate synthetase. (from LocusLink, Swiss-Prot, OMIM, and NCI)

Interferon Alpha-2 Synonyms

Interferon Alpha 2, IFNA2, IFNA2 Protein, Interferon Alpha-A, LeIF A

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