IL-4

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IL-4 (Human)

GtoPdb Ligand ID: 4996

Synonyms: B-cell stimulatory factor 1 | binetrakin | interleukin-4 | pitrakinra

Compound class: Endogenous peptide in human, mouse or rat

Comment: IL-4 shares sequence and structural homology with IL-13.

Species: Human

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Immunopharmacology

Immunopharmacology Comments
IL-4, potentially produced by allergen-activated basophils [2], induces Th2 differentialtion. These Th2 cells produce more IL-4 to further amplify the Th2 response. IL-4 is a key regulator of humoral and adaptive immunity.

Immunopharmacology Comments

IL-4, potentially produced by allergen-activated basophils [2], induces Th2 differentialtion. These Th2 cells produce more IL-4 to further amplify the Th2 response. IL-4 is a key regulator of humoral and adaptive immunity.

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