Cytokines and Inflammation Quiz

Which cytokine is responsible for inducing inflammation, fever, and sepsis?

• IL-13

• IL-10

• IL-4

• IL-1

What is the main function of IL-2?

• Enhance MHC class I

• Inhibit neutrophil chemotaxis

• Promote growth and differentiation of T and B cells

• Induce cachexia

Which cytokine is known for attracting and activating neutrophils in inflammatory regions?

• IL-4

• IL-6

• IL-8

• IL-10

What is the role of TNF-a in the immune response?

• Inhibit IFN-y production

• Activate macrophages and cytotoxic cells

• Inhibit leukocyte recruitment

• Increase IgG1 and IgE production

Which cytokine is associated with antiviral and immunoregulatory functions?

• IFN-a

• IL-5

• IL-3

• IL-13

What is the primary function of IL-4?

• Proliferation of B and cytotoxic cells

• Inhibit IFN production

• Attract neutrophils

• Induce cachexia

Which cytokine is known for inhibiting IFN-y and IL-12 production?

• IL-6

• IL-1

• IL-8

• IL-10

What is the main source of IL-1?

• Fibroblasts

• NK cells

• T cells

• Macrophages and other cell types

Which cytokine promotes angiogenesis?

• VEGF

• IL-2

• IL-4

• TNF-a

What is the function of IL-6 in the immune response?

• Induce cachexia

• Enhance MHC class II

• Inhibit leukocyte recruitment

• Promote B cell stimulation & differentiation