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    Did you mean Interleukin-12?
    GlossaryInterleukin-12

    protein that activates immune cells to fight infections

    Interleukin-12 (IL-12) is a protein produced by certain immune cells that plays a crucial role in regulating the body's immune response. It helps activate natural killer (NK) cells and T cells, which are essential for fighting infections and cancer. IL-12 is also involved in the inflammatory response and can influence the development of autoimmune diseases.

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