Ozone stimulates the production of white blood cells. These cells protect the body from viruses, bacteria, fungi and cancer. Deprived of oxygen, these cells malfunction. Interferon levels are significantly increased. Interferons are globular proteins.
Interferons orchestrate every aspect of the immune system.
Some interferons are produced by cells infected by viruses. In other words, they inhibit viral replication. Other interferons are produced in the muscles, connective tissue and by white blood cells. This interferon is involved in the control of phagocytic cells that engulf and kill pathogens and abnormal cells. Ozone stimulates the production of Tumor Necrosis Factor.