Cytokines Flashcards

1
Q

What is the main function of cytokines?

A

Increase WCC production in bone marrow

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2
Q

What 5 cells do cytokines activate?

A

Macrophages

Eosinophils

Mast cells

B-lymphocytes

T-lymphocytes

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3
Q

What 2 types of immunological cells produce cytokines?

A

Monocytes

T-cells

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4
Q

What are the 2 types of cytokines?

A

Pro-inflammatory

Anti-inflammatory

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5
Q

Give examples of pro-inflammatory cytokines.

A

TNF-a

IL-1

IL-6

Chemokines

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6
Q

Give examples of anti-inflammatory cytokines.

A

IL-10

TGF-B

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7
Q

What type of T-cells are associated with anit-inflammatory cytokines?

A

T-reg

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