Regulatory role of IL10 genetic variations in determining allergen-induced TH2 cytokine responses in children

Interleukin-10 is a key immunomodulatory cytokine the principal function of which is to limit the magnitude of immune response.

Authors:
Hayden, C. M.; Zhang, G.; Judge, P. K.; Khoo, S. K.; Laing, I. A.; Turner, S. W.; Goldblatt, J.; Holt, P. G.; Le Souëf, P. N.

Authors notes:
Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. 2011;128(1):237-9.

Keywords:
Interleukin-10, genetic variations, allergene, T-helper 2 , cytokine, children

Abstract:
Interleukin-10 is a key immunomodulatory cytokine the principal function of which is to limit the magnitude of immune response.