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Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor

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Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor Definition

This protein is a lymphokine involved in cell-mediated immunity, immunoregulation, and inflammation. It plays a role in the regulation of macrophage function in host defense through the suppression of anti-inflammatory effects of glucocorticoids. This lymphokine and the JAB1 protein form a complex in the cytosol near the peripheral plasma membrane, which may indicate an additional role in integrin signaling pathways. (from Locuslink)

Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor Synonyms

Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor, Glycosylation-Inhibiting Factor, MIF, Phenylpyruvate Tautomerase

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