Cytokines Flashcards
1
Q
Major inducer of MUSCLE CATABOLISM and CACHEXIA during stress
A
TNF alpha
2
Q
Induces FEVER
A
IL-1
3
Q
Induces LYMPHOCYTE PROLIFERATION and Ig production
A
IL-2
4
Q
Promotes EOSINOPHILIC production and AIRWAY INFLAMMATION
A
IL-5
5
Q
Mediator of ACUTE PHASE RESPONSE
A
IL-6
6
Q
CHEMOATTRACTANT
A
IL-8
7
Q
Stimulates macrophages via Th1 cells
Found in wounds 5-7 days after injury
A
IFN gamma
