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interleukin

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interleukin

Any of a class of naturally occurring proteins important in regulation of lymphocyte function. Several known types are recognized as crucial constituents of the body's immune system (see immunity). Antigens and microbes stimulate production of interleukins, which induce production of various types of lymphocytes in a complex series of reactions that ensure a plentiful supply of T cells that fight specific infectious agents.


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com/reports/c48505) has announced the addition of Interleukin Genetics Inc.
Interleukin Genetics (AMEX: ILI) today announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Ken Kornman, DDS, PhD, presented during the Opening Session, "50 Years of Periodontology: From the Past to the Future" at the fifth triennial meeting of the European Federation of Periodontology in Madrid, Spain.
Interleukin Genetics (AMEX: ILI) today announced the completion of the expansion and upgrade of its Laboratory Operations.
 
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