면역 체계의 세포에서 분비되어 세포 간의 신호 전달 및 면역 반응을 조절하는 단백질의 총칭.
Any of a number of substances, such as interferon, interleukin, and growth factors, which are secreted by certain cells of the immune system and have an effect on other cells.
예문:
"The release of cytokines is a key part of the body's immune response to pathogens."
"Doctors monitored the patient for signs of a cytokine storm after the treatment."
"Interleukins are a type of cytokine that helps regulate the activities of white blood cells."