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Macrophages and NK cells are both categorized as types of white blood cells within the immune system [1], [2]. They interact functionally, as NK cells produce IFN-γ to activate macrophages [3], while macrophages produce cytokines like IL-1 and IL-12 that target and activate NK cells [4], [5].
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Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines Overview | Thermo Fisher Scientific - US thermofisher.com 3 facts
claimInterferon-gamma (IFN-γ) is a pro-inflammatory cytokine produced by T Cells and NK cells that binds to CDw119 (IFNG R1) and functions in anti-viral defense, macrophage activation, increasing neutrophil and monocyte function, and regulating MHC-I and -II expression.
referenceIL-12 is classified as an anti-inflammatory cytokine, is produced by T cells, macrophages, and monocytes, binds to the CD212 receptor, targets NK cells, macrophages, and tumor cells, and functions in activating NK cells, phagocyte cell activation, endotoxic shock, tumor cytotoxicity, and cachexia.
referenceIL-1 is classified as a pro-inflammatory cytokine, is produced by macrophages, B cells, and dendritic cells, binds to the CD121a receptor, targets B cells, NK cells, and T cells, and functions in pyrogenic activity, inflammation, cell proliferation, differentiation, and bone marrow cell proliferation.
The immune system and primary immunodeficiency primaryimmune.org 1 fact
claimThe most common cells of the immune system are lymphocytes (T cells, B cells, and NK cells), neutrophils, and monocytes/macrophages, all of which are types of white blood cells.
Immunity In Depth | Linus Pauling Institute lpi.oregonstate.edu 1 fact
claimDHA supplementation alone had no effect on NK cell activity, T lymphocyte proliferation, neutrophil, monocyte, or macrophage numbers, respiratory burst, or cytokine production in healthy older adults.
How the Immune System Works with Primary Immunodeficiency igcares.com 1 fact
claimThe immune system consists of white blood cells categorized as lymphocytes (T-cells, B-cells, and NK cells), neutrophils, and monocytes/macrophages.