1. Free Powerpoint Templates Page 1 Free Powerpoint Templates What is an interleukin by Creative Biomart

2. Free Powerpoint Templates Page 2 IL superfamily, a member of larger group cytokines, is consisting of proteins called interleukins and interleukin receptors. IL superfamily members involve with variety of processes, including immunity, inflammation, and the formation of blood cells. IL superfamily members promote the growth of immune system cells and help regulate the immune system.

3. Free Powerpoint Templates Page 3 The subfamilies of IL superfamily include IL-1 subfamily, IL-6 subfamily, IL-10 subfamily, IL- 12 subfamily, IL-17 subfamily and other interleukins or receptors. Till now, 43 different IL family members have been identified according to HGNC. Most interleukins are named with "IL" followed by one or more numbers and letters (for example, IL12B) so that interleukin receptors have similar names. What’s more, they are also followed with "R" to show that they are receptor proteins (such as IL36RN).IL

4. Free Powerpoint Templates Page 4 Interleukins are secreted by several types of cells, mainly about immune system cells T-lymphocytes and B-lymphocytes. Interleukins function by binding to interleukin receptors, which are embedded in the outer cell membranes. Once an interleukin binds to its receptor, a series of chemical signals within the cell that regulate various cell functions are triggered.

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