The imbalance of anti-inflammatory /pro- inflammatory cytokines plays an important role in the progression of atherosclerosis. Interleukin 35 (IL-35) is a novel member of the IL-12 family, consisting of an EBVinduced gene 3 (EBI3) subunit and a P35 subunit. IL-35 is an immunesuppressive cytokine mainly produced by regulatory T cells. Accumulating evidence suggests that IL-35 may represent a target for antiatherosclerotic therapy based on its several anti-inflammatory features. This review provide a brief overview of IL-35 biology and the role of IL-35 in the atherosclerosis, autoimmune disease and cancers.
Keywords: IL-35; acute coronary syndrome; atherosclerosis; cancer; coronary artery disease.
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