The role of interferon-gamma on immune and allergic responses

The role of interferon-gamma on immune and allergic responses

Allergic diseases have been closely related to Th2 immune responses, which are characterized by high levels of interleukin (IL) IL-4, IL-5, IL-9 and IL-13. These cytokines orchestrate the recruitment and activation of different effector cells, such as eosinophils and mast cells. These cells along wi...

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Main Authors: Leonardo K Teixeira, Bruna PF Fonseca, Bianca A Barboza, João PB Viola
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Instituto Oswaldo Cruz, Ministério da Saúde 2005-03-01
Series:Memórias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz.
Subjects:
interferon-gamma
lymphocytes
immune system
allergy
allergic inflammation
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