MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

ABDOMINAL

GENERALISED LYMPHADENOPATHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
cytokines
A
proteins that signal cells to start the immune response
B
resembling or pertaining to lymph tissue
C
an agent that kills cells
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Cytokines are small proteins that are crucial in controlling the growth and activity of other immune system cells and blood cells. When released, they signal the immune system to do its job. Cytokines affect the growth of all blood cells and other cells that help the body’s immune and inflammation responses.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cytokines are small cell-signaling protein molecules secreted by numerous cells and used extensively in intercellular communication. Cytokines can be classified as proteins, peptides, or glycoproteins. They provide the signaling pathways that orchestrate the complex immune responses of the human body.

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