Editing IFNB1

'''IFNB1''' (Interferon Beta 1) is a [[protein]] that in humans is encoded by the ''IFNB1'' [[gene]]. It is a type of [[interferon]] which is a group of signaling proteins made and released by host cells in response to the presence of several [[pathogens]]. 

== Function ==

Interferon Beta 1 is a [[cytokine]] in the interferon family that in humans is encoded by the ''IFNB1'' gene. Interferons are proteins released by host cells in response to the presence of pathogens such as [[viruses]], [[bacteria]], [[parasites]] or tumor cells. They allow for communication between cells to trigger the protective defenses of the immune system that eradicate pathogens or tumors.

IFNB1 has antiviral, antiproliferative, and immune-modulating activities. The protein is produced by fibroblasts and lymphoblasts. IFNB1 is also used therapeutically in the treatment of [[multiple sclerosis]].

== Clinical significance ==

IFNB1 is used to treat the relapsing-remitting and secondary-progressive forms of multiple sclerosis. Studies have shown that regular injections of interferon beta-1a can slow the progression of physical disability and reduce the frequency of clinical attacks.

== See also ==
* [[Interferon]]
* [[Multiple sclerosis]]

== References ==
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== External links ==
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/gene/3456 GeneReviews/NCBI/NIH/UW entry on IFNB1]

[[Category:Proteins]]
[[Category:Genes]]
[[Category:Interferons]]
[[Category:Multiple sclerosis]]

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