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Which cytokines are produced by Th17 cells?
Which cytokines are produced by Th17 cells?
- IL-4 and IL-5
- IL-17 and IL-22 (correct)
- IL-10 and TGF-beta
- IFN-gamma and TNF-alpha
What is the major function of Th17 cells?
What is the major function of Th17 cells?
- Stimulating the production of defensins
- Stimulating the recruitment of neutrophils (correct)
- Inducing allergic reactions
- Promoting repair of damaged epithelia
Which immune response is Th17 cell-induced inflammation stronger and more prolonged than?
Which immune response is Th17 cell-induced inflammation stronger and more prolonged than?
- Th1 cell-induced inflammation
- Th2 cell-induced inflammation
- Innate immune responses (correct)
- Adaptive immune responses
Which cells are responsible for phagocytosing these microbes?
Which cells are responsible for phagocytosing these microbes?
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What are rare individuals with defects in Th17 responses prone to developing?
What are rare individuals with defects in Th17 responses prone to developing?
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What are antagonists of IL-17 and IL-23 used to treat?
What are antagonists of IL-17 and IL-23 used to treat?
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