Which of the following is released initially as an inflammatory response?
A
Interferon
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B
Chitin
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C
Cytokines
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D
Cytokinin
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Solution
The correct option is C Cytokines Cytokines are a broad category of small proteins that are important in cell signalling. Their release has an effect on the behaviour of cells around them. Proinflammatory cytokines are produced predominantly by activated macrophages and are involved in the up-regulation of inflammatory reactions. There is abundant evidence that certain pro-inflammatory cytokines such as IL-1β, IL-6, and TNF-α are involved in the process of pathological pain.