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Interferon Suppression

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Interferon Suppression Definition

Through increased degradation, or decreased production or receptor binding, Interferon Suppression involves interference with, or restraint of, the activities of secreted proteins (alpha, beta, and gamma interferon types) that confer viral resistance, inhibit cell proliferation, enhance phagocytosis, augment NK cell activity, and show other immunomodulatory functions.

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Interferon Suppression

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