IFN-alpha-2b

Recombinant human interferon alfa-2b

165 Amino Acids · MW: ~19,300 Da

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Amino Acids

165

Molecular Weight

~19,300 Da

Half-life

2-8 hours

Research Score

4.9

Studies

2000

Storage

Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C

What is IFN-alpha-2b?

A type I interferon that activates antiviral gene expression through the IFNAR pathway and is one of the most established antiviral immunomodulators in medicine. It is used clinically in selected viral and oncology indications and is a classic reference compound for innate immune support research.

Key Benefits & Mechanisms

broad antiviral signaling

innate immune activation

reduced viral replication

clinical immunomodulation

Research Summary

Extensively studied recombinant type I interferon with direct antiviral and immunoregulatory effects. Clinical literature spans hepatitis treatment, antiviral research, and immune-oncology contexts.

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