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ANTIGEN PRESENTATION
Other cytokines may also contribute to T cell proliferation. For example, IL-1 and IL-6 induce the expression
of IL-2R on resting T cells.
Q. Which cells generate IL-1 and IL-6?
A. Mononuclear phagocytes among others. Thus the production of these cytokines enhances their antigen-presenting
function.
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