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Are Interferons Derived From Human Blood?

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Posted on Wed, 28 Jan 2015
Question: This is just a general question. Is Interferon derived from human blood? XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Shailja Puri (28 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Interferons are released by blood cells in response to infections

Detailed Answer:
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Thanks for posting your query on HealthcareMagic.

Yes, interferons are chemical substances released by blood cells in response to infections most commonly viral infections.

Thanks and take care
DR Shailja Puri
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Are Interferons Derived From Human Blood?

Brief Answer: Interferons are released by blood cells in response to infections Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for posting your query on HealthcareMagic. Yes, interferons are chemical substances released by blood cells in response to infections most commonly viral infections. Thanks and take care DR Shailja Puri