Viral and murine interleukin-10 are correctly processed and retain their biological activity when produced in tobacco

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Interleukin-10 (IL-10) is a potent anti-inflammatory cytokine, with therapeutic applications in several autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Oral administration of this cytokine alone, or in combination with disease-associated autoa...

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Main Authors: Avesani Linda, Stadlmann Johannes, Raven Nicole, Schuster Flora, Rossato Marzia, Bortesi Luisa, Falorni Alberto, Bazzoni Flavia, Bock Ralph, Schillberg Stefan, Pezzotti Mario
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-03-01
Series:BMC Biotechnology
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6750/9/22