Interference
Interference (Medicine)
Interference (pronunciation: /ˌɪntərˈfɪərəns/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe the effect of one factor or substance inhibiting or altering the effect of another.
Etymology
The term 'interference' originates from the Latin interferre, meaning 'to strike between'. It was first used in the medical context in the late 19th century.
In Immunology
In Immunology, interference refers to the phenomenon where one virus inhibits the replication or function of another virus. This is known as Viral Interference.
In Biochemistry
In Biochemistry, interference can refer to the effect of a substance or condition that alters the accuracy of a biochemical assay or test. This is often referred to as Analytical Interference.
In Pharmacology
In Pharmacology, interference can refer to the effect of one drug inhibiting or altering the effect of another drug. This is often referred to as Drug Interference or Drug Interaction.
Related Terms
- Inhibition: A process that decreases cellular activity, metabolic reactions or the effects of drugs.
- Synergy: The interaction of two or more agents or forces so that their combined effect is greater than the sum of their individual effects.
- Antagonism: The phenomenon where one substance counteracts the effect of another.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Interference
- Wikipedia's article - Interference
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