lymphokine
lymphokine Any of a group of cytokines that are secreted by lymphocytes and play a role in cell-mediated immunity by influencing the activity of other cell types. Examples include the interleukins, macrophage-activating factor (MAF), and macrophage migration inhibition factor (MIF).
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