Cytokine synthesis inhibiting factor

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Description of Cytokine synthesis inhibiting factor

Cytokine synthesis inhibiting factor: Expressed primarily in monocytes and less in lymphocytes by human IL10 Gene, Interleukin-10 is a cytokine with pleiotropic effects in immunoregulation and inflammation. It down-regulates expression of Th1 cytokines, MHC class II antigens, and costimulatory molecules on macrophages. It also enhances B cell survival, proliferation, and antibody production. This cytokine can block NF-kappa B activity, and is involved in the regulation of the JAK-STAT signaling pathway. Studies in mice suggest that this cytokine as an essential immunoregulator in the intestinal tract. (From LocusLink)
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• Cytokine
• Synthesis
• Factor
• Monocytes
• Lymphocytes
• Human
• IL10
• Gene

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• IL10
• Interleukin 10

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• OMIM - INTERLEUKIN 10; IL10

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