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Gene referenceSep 23, 2026

IL15RA

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IL15RA encodes the alpha receptor component for IL-15. It helps present IL-15 to responding immune cells, supporting communication that is important for particular lymphocyte populations. Also called: Presenting IL-15 to responding cells I…

Gene referenceSep 23, 2026

IL16

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IL16 encodes interleukin-16, a cytokine involved in attracting and influencing immune cells, including CD4-expressing cells. Its recruitment role helps separate it from other numbered interleukins. Also called: A cytokine involved in immun…

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IL17A

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IL17A encodes interleukin-17A, a cytokine involved in defense at tissue barriers and inflammatory signaling. It belongs to the Th17 pathway, which is supported by signals including IL-23. Also called: Th17 signaling and persistent inflamma…

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IL18

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IL18 encodes interleukin-18, a cytokine that can promote interferon-gamma responses in the appropriate immune context. Its receptor includes components encoded by IL18R1 and IL18RAP. Also called: An inflammatory signal that connects to int…

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IL18R1

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IL18R1 encodes a component of the receptor for IL-18. It works with an accessory component, IL18RAP, to support IL-18 signaling. Also called: The binding side of the IL-18 receptor IL18R1 encodes a component of the receptor for IL-18. It w…

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IL18RAP

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IL18RAP encodes an accessory protein in the IL-18 receptor complex. The receptor needs coordinated components to translate an extracellular signal into a cellular response. Also called: The accessory component of IL-18 signaling IL18RAP en…

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IL1B

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IL1B encodes interleukin-1 beta, a cytokine involved in inflammatory responses and fever. Its production and activation are regulated processes, not simply an on/off consequence of having a common SNP. Also called: IL-1β and the early infl…

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IL22

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…this barrier-repair discussion? Variant IDs in the teaching reference: rs1179251, rs2227485, rs2227513 Also called: IL-22, Interleukin 22 Where the VARS Triad and MTHFR Daily fit If you are exploring homocysteine or cytokines, Dr. Purser ma…

Gene referenceSep 23, 2026

IL23A

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IL23A encodes the p19 subunit of interleukin-23. Together with the p40 subunit encoded by IL12B, it forms a cytokine involved in supporting Th17 responses. Also called: The p19 component of IL-23 IL23A encodes the p19 subunit of interleuki…

Gene referenceSep 23, 2026

IL2RA

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… has to be interpreted in context rather than used alone to label sarcoidosis. A question to bring to your visit Which kind of IL-2 receptor result do I have, and what clinical question was it intended to answer? Variant IDs in the teaching…

Gene referenceSep 23, 2026

IL33

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…x findings each been evaluated? Variant IDs in the teaching reference: rs7044343, rs3939286, rs1929992 Also called: IL-33, Interleukin 33 Where the VARS Triad and MTHFR Daily fit If you are exploring homocysteine or cytokines, Dr. Purser ma…

Gene referenceSep 23, 2026

IL4

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… pathways related to IgE. It operates alongside IL-5 and IL-13 rather than representing all allergic biology by itself. Also called: Th2 signaling and allergic patterns IL4 encodes interleukin-4, a cytokine involved in Th2 immune responses…

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