Interleukin 9

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Also known as:  IL-9

 

Description

Interleukin 9 is a type of Interleukin.

 

Biological Function of Interleukin 9

Immune System

 TH2 Helper T-Cells release Interleukin 9.

 Interleukin 9 stimulates the proliferation of Mast Cells.  Caution:  excessive stimulation of Mast Cells proliferation is undesirable as these Cells are intimately involved in Allergies.

 

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