cytokine production

Cytokine production is a process where immune cells release small protein signals called cytokines to coordinate the body's defense against threats like infections. When the immune system detects a problem, these cells produce cytokines to communicate with each other, directing actions such as inflammation, attracting other immune cells, and activating responses to eliminate invaders. This signaling helps regulate the intensity and duration of immune responses, ensuring they are effective without causing unnecessary damage to the body's own tissues.