INTERLEUKIN-12

Interleukin 12

Interleukin 12 (IL-12) is an interleukin that is naturally produced by macrophages and human B-lymphoblastoid cells (NC-37) in response to antigenic stimulation.
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interleukin-12

[in-ter-LOO-kin]
IL-12. A type of biological response modifier (a substance that can improve the body's natural response to infection and disease) that enhances the ability of the immune system to kill tumor cells and may interfere with blood flow to the tumor. These substances are normally produced by the body. They are also made in the laboratory for use in treating cancer and other diseases.

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