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Which cytokine is primarily responsible for initiating Th17 differentiation in conjunction with IL-6?
Which cytokine is primarily responsible for initiating Th17 differentiation in conjunction with IL-6?
What is one of the primary functions of IL-2 in relation to T cells?
What is one of the primary functions of IL-2 in relation to T cells?
Which of the following cytokines is NOT associated with IL-1 activity?
Which of the following cytokines is NOT associated with IL-1 activity?
Which immune cells primarily produce IL-2 upon antigen recognition?
Which immune cells primarily produce IL-2 upon antigen recognition?
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What role does IL-2 play in CD8 T cell development?
What role does IL-2 play in CD8 T cell development?
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What is the primary role of IL-5 in the immune response?
What is the primary role of IL-5 in the immune response?
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IL-4 is known to perform which of the following functions?
IL-4 is known to perform which of the following functions?
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Which cytokine is essential for optimal IgE production in TH2 responses?
Which cytokine is essential for optimal IgE production in TH2 responses?
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Which statement about IL-13 is true?
Which statement about IL-13 is true?
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What is a consequence of IL-4's activity in the immune system?
What is a consequence of IL-4's activity in the immune system?
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Study Notes
Cytokine Functions
- IL-1 (Interleukin-1): A pro-inflammatory cytokine with additional roles including activating Natural Killer (NK) cells, inducing fever and stress responses, stimulating the production of IL-6 and IL-8, and, in conjunction with IL-6, initiating the differentiation of Th17 cells. It's also down-regulated by IL-4.
IL-2 Function
- IL-2 (Interleukin-2): A cytokine produced by TH1 (CD4) cells and NK cells soon after antigen recognition.
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Key Roles:
- Increases the production of Interferon-gamma (IFN-γ) and IL-4.
- Crucial for the growth, survival, and differentiation of T cells.
- Promotes the proliferation and differentiation of CD8 T cells into cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs) and memory CTLs.
- Stimulates T cell proliferation and cytotoxicity.
TH2 Cytokines
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IL-4: Stimulates the differentiation of TH2 cells in response to helminths and allergens, aiding in isotype switching to IgE, and the growth and differentiation of B cells. It also increases MHC II expression and down-regulates inflammatory molecules like TNFα, IL-1, IL-6, and IL-8. It stimulates alternative macrophage (M2) activation and increases IgE production.
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IL-5: Responsible for eosinophil activation and production, stimulating B cell differentiation into plasma cells, increasing IgM and IgG production, and, with IL-4, increasing IgE production.
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IL-13: Works with IL-4 to stimulate alternative macrophage activation and is required for optimal IgE production (associated with TH2). It has biological activities similar to IL-4.
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Test your knowledge on the functions of cytokines, specifically IL-1 and IL-2. This quiz covers their roles in immune responses, including the activation of T cells and production of other important cytokines. Assess your understanding of these vital components in immunology.
