Gene:
interleukin 3 (colony-stimulating factor, multiple)
Gene ID:
205298
Symbol:
IL3
Species:
1000
Description:
The protein encoded by this gene is a potent growth promoting cytokine. This cytokine is capable of supporting the proliferation of a broad range of hematopoietic cell types. It is involved in a variety of cell activities such as cell growth, differentiation and apoptosis. This cytokine has been shown to also possess neurotrophic activity, and it may be associated with neurologic disorders.