interferon alpha

noun

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For example, interferon alpha was initially approved only for use in patients with a rare disease called hairy cell leukemia, but it was found to be very useful for many other diseases. Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 17 July 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of interferon alpha was in 1980

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“Interferon alpha.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interferon%20alpha. Accessed 6 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

interferon alpha

noun
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