Inhibition of Interferon Stimulation of Natural Killer Cell Activity in Mice Anesthetized with Halothane or Isoflurane

BACKGROUND: Basal cytotoxic activity of NK cells, a subtype of lymphocytes involved in the nonspecific immune response to viruses, tumors, and some bacteria, is altered in the postoperative period. The current study examines the effects of halothane and isoflurane on interferon-induced stimulation o... View More