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Interleukin 22 (IL-22)

Target
IL-22
Molecular classification
Cytokine, Interleukin, IL-10 family member
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Overview

Interleukin 22 (IL-22) is a cytokine belonging to the IL-10 family. It primarily targets non-hematopoietic epithelial cells and fibroblasts in organs such as the lung, liver, kidney, thymus, pancreas, breast tissue, gut, skin and synovium. IL-22 promotes survival, proliferation, and wound healing in epithelial barriers, induces antimicrobial peptide synthesis, and enhances mucosal barrier defense. It can modulate inflammatory responses and its dysregulation contributes to the pathogenesis of various autoimmune diseases.

Other names
IL22IL-TIFInterleukin-10-related T cell-derived inducible factor
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Mechanism of action

N/A

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Biological functions

Immune responseTissue repairWound healingCell survivalCell proliferationAntimicrobial defenseRegulation of inflammation
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Disease associations

PsoriasisRheumatoid arthritisSystemic lupus erythematosusInflammatory bowel diseaseAutoimmune diseasesInflammationBarrier dysfunction
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Safety considerations

Potential for both protective and pathogenic roles depending on context and tissueDysregulation can exacerbate autoimmune diseases

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