[This protein is a cytokine that controls the production, differentiation, and function of macrophages. The active form of the protein is found extracellularly as a disulfide-linked homodimer, and is thought to be produced by proteolytic cleavage of membrane-bound precursors. It may also be involved in development of the placenta. (from LocusLink) ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0079784 - Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein
- Immunologic Factor