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Cytokine

Description

A cytokine is a small signaling molecule that is crucial for cell communication and coordination in the immune system. Cytokines are released by immune cells and act as messengers to regulate various immune responses and inflammation.

Senses

Sense 1:

Noun: A group of proteins that play a key role in cell signaling and immune system regulation.

Example sentence: The release of cytokines during an immune response helps coordinate white blood cell activity.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Referring to the qualities or characteristics of cytokines.

Example sentence: The researcher studied the cytokine profiles of patients with autoimmune diseases.

Sense 3:

Plural noun: Multiple different types of cytokines.

Example sentence: The interactions between various cytokines in the body can have complex effects on the immune response.

Sense 4:

Verb: To stimulate the production or release of cytokines.

Example sentence: The infection can cytokine production, leading to an intensified immune response.