function:May play a role in the regulation of immune cell function. Cytokine that imparts cellular protection against viral infection in a species-specific manner. Activates the interferon-stimulated response element signaling pathway. It is able to directly modulate cytokine release from monocytes and dendritic cells. Binds heparin.,induction:By viral infection, upon exposure to double-stranded RNA, or upon treatment with either interferon-gamma or interferon-beta.,similarity:Belongs to the alpha/beta interferon family.,tissue specificity:Expressed in keratinocytes, monocytes and in resting dendritic cells.,
Secreted.
Expressed in keratinocytes, monocytes and in resting dendritic cells.