Dexamethasone inhibits IL-9 production by human T cells

• Main Authors: Cormont Francoise (Author), Van Snick Jacques (Author), Jakobsen Kristoffer P (Author), Holz Lauren E (Author), Sewell William A (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2005-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Interleukin 9 (IL-9) is produced by activated CD4+ T cells. Its effects include stimulation of mucus production, enhanced mast cell proliferation, enhanced eosinophil function, and IgE production. These effects are consistent with a...