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Interleukin

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Interleukin is the generic name for a group of well-characterized cytokines that are produced by leukocytes and other cell types. They have a broad spectrum of functional activities that regulate the activities and capabilities of a wide variety of cell types. They are particularly important as members of the cytokine networks that regulate inflammatory and immune responses. [ ]

Term info

Label

Interleukin

Synonyms
  • IL
  • Interleukin
  • Interleukins
  • interleukin
ALT DEFINITION

One of a group of related proteins made by leukocytes (white blood cells) and other cells in the body. ILs regulate immune responses. ILs made in the laboratory are used as biological response modifiers to boost the immune system in cancer therapy. An interleukin is a type of cytokine.

Legacy Concept Name

Interleukin

Preferred Name

Interleukin

Semantic Type

Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein, Immunologic Factor

UMLS CUI

C0021764

code

C20497