a variety of compounds(about 20) that are produced by lymphocytes, macrophages, and monocytes. They regulate the cell mediated response of the immune system. Interleukin-1 is involved in the triggering of the immune response, starting acute inflammation and maintaining chronic inflammation. Interleukin-2 is produced by helper T cells and induces pr...
Glycoproteins secreted by a variety of leukocytes which have effects on other leukocytes.
Multifunctional cytokines whose effects are at least partly within the lymphopoietic system.
Multifunctional cytokines whose effects are at least partly within the lymphopoietic system.
Interleukins: Substances used in biological therapy. Interleukins stimulate the growth and activities of certain kinds of white blood cells.
cytokines largely produced by immune system cells that help coordinate efforts against invading pathogens
They are also referred to as cytokines. These are regulatory proteins that are secreted primarily by lymphocytes to help the interaction between the lymphocyte and a macrophage.