Question

Which of the following interleukins (IL) is NOT targeted to B cells?

A) IL-10
B) IL-2
C) IL-4
D) IL-5
E) IL-γ

Answer 1

IL-2 is the interleukin that is NOT targeted to B cells.

Step-by-step explanation:

The interleukin that is NOT targeted to B cells is IL-2.

Interleukins are signaling molecules important in hemopoiesis and immune responses. They are generally numbered IL-1, IL-2, IL-3, etc.

IL-10 is an inhibitor of activated immune cells, controlling innate immune reactions and cell-mediated immunity.