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What is the non-immune function of cytokines IL-8 and MCP-1 mentioned in the text?
What is the non-immune function of cytokines IL-8 and MCP-1 mentioned in the text?
- Influencing ovarian functions like follicular development (correct)
- Enhancing B cell antibody production
- Inducing apoptosis in monocytes
- Promoting immune cell proliferation
Which cytokine is responsible for narrowing the void after ovulation?
Which cytokine is responsible for narrowing the void after ovulation?
- TNF-alpha
- IL-8 (correct)
- IL-18
- IL-6
What important role does IL-8 and MCP-1 play after ovulation?
What important role does IL-8 and MCP-1 play after ovulation?
- Promoting narrowing of the post-ovulation void (correct)
- Inhibiting steroidogenesis
- Inducing autoimmune responses
- Causing atrophy in the corpus luteum
Which cytokine is involved in steroidogenesis as per the text?
Which cytokine is involved in steroidogenesis as per the text?
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In what process do IL-1, IL-6, TNF-alpha, and leukemia inhibitory factor participate?
In what process do IL-1, IL-6, TNF-alpha, and leukemia inhibitory factor participate?
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What is the key role of IL-18 mentioned in the text?
What is the key role of IL-18 mentioned in the text?
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Which cytokine is NOT listed as having a non-immunological function in the text?
Which cytokine is NOT listed as having a non-immunological function in the text?
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What is the significance of cytokines IL-6 and TNF-alpha according to the text?
What is the significance of cytokines IL-6 and TNF-alpha according to the text?
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'Leukemia inhibitory factor' was previously discussed in relation to which topic?
'Leukemia inhibitory factor' was previously discussed in relation to which topic?
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