Interferon-alpha (IFN-α) is a pro-inflammatory cytokine produced by macrophages, neutrophils, and some somatic cells that binds to CD118 (IFNAR1, IFNAR2) and functions as an anti-viral agent.

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  Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines Overview | Thermo Fisher Scientific - US

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Referenced by nodes (3)

• macrophages concept
• neutrophils concept
• pro-inflammatory cytokine concept