Interferon alpha-1/2
Function
Produced by macrophages, IFN-alpha have antiviral activities. Interferon stimulates the production of two enzymes: a protein kinase and an oligoadenylate synthetase.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the alpha/beta interferon family.
Cellular localization
- Secreted
Alternative names
Interferon alpha-1/2, IFN-alpha-1/2