Interferon gamma molecule and receptor - Stock-Grafiken

Interferon gamma. Molecular model of the interferon gamma dimer attached to the alpha chain of the interferon gamma receptor. Interferon gamma is produced by certain immune cells (T cells, dendritic cells and NK cells) as part of the immune response to invading pathogens and tumours. It is able to directly inhibit viral replication and also prompts neighbouring cells to produce protective enzymes and activates immune system cells.