Because cytokines share many properties with hormones and growth factors, the distinction between these three classes of mediators is becoming blurred. Any classification of cytokines represents a somewhat arbitrary arrangement on the part of the individu
PERSISTENT LOW-GRADE INFLAMMATION, as indicated by higher circulating levels of inflammatory mediators such as C-reactive protein, interleukin-6 and tumour necrosis factor-, is a strong risk factor for several chronic diseases. There are data indicating t