Interleukins (IL) are a group of cytokines that play an important role in the immune system. They modulate inflammation and immunity by regulating growth, mobility and differentiation of lymphoid and other cells. Interleukin-9 (IL-9) is expressed primarily by activated T cells. The growth factor and anti apoptotic activities of IL-9 on multiple transformed cells suggest a potential role for the cytokine in tumourigenesis. IL-9 has also been proposed as a candidate gene for asthma. This entry represents interleukin-9.
Taxonomy/Path:
InterPro : Interleukin-7/interleukin-9 family / Interleukin-9