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Interferon

Interferon is a protein made by humans and other animals to help fight infections. Interferon that is made in a laboratory (synthetic interferon) is used in medicines to treat certain diseases, such as leukemia, hepatitis C, and some forms of cancer.

ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerAnne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Primary Medical ReviewerAdam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerColin Chalk, MD, CM, FRCPC - Neurology
Last RevisedFebruary 18, 2010

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Last Updated: February 18, 2010
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