Definitions for "Interleukin"
A naturally produced chemical rleased by the body or a substance used in biological therapy. Interleukins stimulate the growth and activities of certain kinds of white blood cells. Interleukin-2 (Il-2).
(in-ter-LOO-kin): A substance used in biological therapy. Interleukins stimulate the growth and activities of certain kinds of white blood cells.
Secreted peptide or protein that mainly mediates local interactions between white blood cells (leucocytes).
One of a class of inflammatory mediators
A natural or artificially produced chemical released by the body that helps to fight infection.