[Mechanisms of the antitumor effects interferons]
Related Experiment Video
Updated: Sep 14, 2026

High-throughput Quantitative Real-time RT-PCR Assay for Determining Expression Profiles of Types I and III Interferon Subtypes
Published on: March 24, 2015
1II. interní klinika FN Brno, Bohunice.
Abstract:
Interferons alpha, beta and gamma form an interferon system, which is part of the non-specific immune defense of the organism. They participate in the defense against virus infections and have a marked immunoregulating effect. By interfering with the transmission of genetic information in the cells they exert an antiproliferative action on sound as well as tumour cells (they inhibit oncogenes). Alpha interferon exerts the most marked antiproliferative action. All mentioned mechanisms participate in the anti-tumourous action of interferons. The most widely used interferon in oncological treatment is interferon alpha.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
Mechanisms of Retrovirus-induced Cancers
Mechanisms of Retrovirus-induced Cancers
Antimicrobial Proteins
Interferons
Interferons (IFNs) are proteins produced by lymphocytes, macrophages, and fibroblasts infected with viruses. While IFNs cannot prevent viruses from entering and...
Immune Response Against Viral Pathogens
NK Cells
NK cells are a crucial part of our innate immune system, acting as the first line of defense against viral infections. These cells can recognize and kill infected cells without prior exposure to the virus, effectively slowing down the spread of infection. Additionally, NK cells produce proinflammatory...
Tumor Immunotherapy
Inhibitors of Viral Protein Synthesis

