【Chian Yun Ho】評論
IL 6: causes fever and stimulates production of acute-phase protein
【Chris】評論
Increasing expression of the anti-inflammatory enzyme indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase (IDO) by treatment with IFN-γ or by unmethylated CpG DNA can induce the generation or activation of Treg cells. Tumors can produce enzymes that act to suppress local immune responses. The enzyme indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase (IDO) catabolizes tryptophan, an essential amino acid, in order to produce the immuno suppressive metabolite kynurenine. IDO seems to function in maintaining a balance between immune responses and tolerance during infections, but can be indu...