Baylor Institute for Immunology Research, Dallas, Texas, USA.
Nat Immunol. 2012 Oct;13(10):925-31. doi: 10.1038/ni.2406. Epub 2012 Sep 18.
Feedback regulatory circuits provided by regulatory T cells (T(reg) cells) and suppressive cytokines are an intrinsic part of the immune system, along with effector functions. Here we discuss some of the regulatory cytokines that have evolved to permit tolerance to components of self as well as the eradication of pathogens with minimal collateral damage to the host. Interleukin 2 (IL-2), IL-10 and transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β) are well characterized, whereas IL-27, IL-35 and IL-37 represent newcomers to the spectrum of anti-inflammatory cytokines. We also emphasize how information accumulated through in vitro as well as in vivo studies of genetically engineered mice can help in the understanding and treatment of human diseases.
反馈调节回路由调节性 T 细胞(Treg 细胞)和抑制性细胞因子提供,是免疫系统的固有组成部分,与效应功能并存。在这里,我们将讨论一些已经进化出的调节细胞因子,它们允许机体对自身成分产生耐受性,同时清除病原体,而对宿主的潜在损伤最小。白细胞介素 2(IL-2)、IL-10 和转化生长因子-β(TGF-β)就是很好的例子,而 IL-27、IL-35 和 IL-37 则代表了抗炎细胞因子领域的新成员。我们还强调了通过体外和体内基因工程小鼠研究积累的信息如何有助于理解和治疗人类疾病。