IL-2 and IL-2R gene polymorphisms and immune function in people residing in areas with high background radiation, Yangjiang, China

Authors :: Su ShiBiao
Wang Tianjian
Chen Huifeng
Tang Ying
Li Rongzong
Xu Haijuan
Wen Cuiju
Source :: International Journal of Radiation Biology. 96:1466-1472
Publication Year :: 2020
Publisher :: Informa UK Limited, 2020.
Abstract: Long-term exposure to low dose radiation may trigger immune response and stimulate hormesis. Interleukin-2 (IL-2) and interleukin-2 receptor (IL-2R) play a crucial role in immune function. We aimed...

Subjects :: Immune system
Radiological and Ultrasound Technology
Immunology
Hormesis
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and imaging
biochemical phenomena, metabolism, and nutrition
Biology
Receptor
Gene
Low Dose Radiation

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