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<cytokine>
A factor produced by Th2 helper T-cells, some B-cells and LPS activated monocytes.
It is a coregulator of mast cell growth. It is produced by T-cells and B-cells and shows extensive homology with the Epstein-Barr virus bcrfi gene.
Chemical name: Cytokine formation-inhibiting factor (mouse clone F115 protein moiety reduced)
Acronym: IL-10
(12 Dec 1998)
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