interleukins

Interleukins are a group of proteins that play a crucial role in the immune system. They act as signaling molecules, helping immune cells communicate with each other to coordinate responses to infections, inflammation, and other immune challenges. By influencing various immune cell activities, interleukins can enhance or suppress immune responses. There are many different types of interleukins, each with specific functions, and they are important in the body’s defense mechanisms and in regulating inflammation, making them significant in the study of diseases and potential treatments.