Th17 cell

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-013650",
  "term": "Th17 cell",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A subset of helper T lymphocytes that produces interleukin-17 (IL-17) and other cytokines. These cells are involved in host defense against extracellular bacteria and fungi, and contribute to the pathogenesis of autoimmune diseases. Their differentiation is influenced by specific cytokine environments, such as IL-6 and TGF-beta.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "helper T lymphocyte",
    "Th1 cell",
    "Th2 cell",
    "autoimmune disease",
    "interleukin",
    "lymphocyte"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1251 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/th17-cell/"
}