cytokines
US /ˈsaɪ.təˌkaɪnz/
UK /ˈsaɪ.təˌkaɪnz/
複數名詞
細胞因子
a broad and loose category of small proteins (~5–20 kDa) that are important in cell signaling. They are peptides and cannot cross the lipid bilayer of cells to enter the cytoplasm. Cytokines have been shown to be involved in autocrine, paracrine and endocrine signaling as immunomodulating agents.
範例:
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The immune system releases cytokines to fight infection.
免疫系統釋放細胞因子以對抗感染。
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Certain cytokines can cause inflammation.
某些細胞因子可引起炎症。
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