Interferon, beta 1, Fibroblast (IFNB1) (AA 22-187) (Active) protein
Description
Interferon-beta (IFN-beta), acting via STAT1 and STAT2, is known to upregulate and downregulate a wide variety of genes, most of which are involved in the antiviral immune response. It is a member of Type I IFNs, which include IFN-alpha, -beta, tau, and omega. IFN-beta plays an important role in inducing non-specific resistance against a broad range of viral infections. It also affects cell proliferation and modulates immune responses.Synonyms: Leukocyte interferon, B cell interferon, Type I interferon