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interleukin 8  

Definition

  • Interleukin 8 (IL8 or chemokine (C-X-C motif) ligand 8, CXCL8) is a chemokine produced by macrophages and other cell types such as epithelial cells, airway smooth muscle cells and endothelial cells. Endothelial cells store IL-8 in their storage vesicles, the Weibel-Palade bodies. (Wikipedia)

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Entry terms

  • IL-8

Creator

  • Patricia Fener

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/C0X-FN7SM6MK-0

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