Anatom3DCytokines & interleukins
Cytokina et interleukina · Cytokiny a interleukiny
Blood & marrow
Looks like
Small signal proteins released by immune and other cells, working at tiny concentrations.
What it does
Carry messages between cells, turning inflammation and fever on and off.
Keeping it well
An overwhelming release (cytokine storm) is life-threatening; drugs that block single cytokines treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and bowel disease.