C17orf99
Function
Probable B cell-associated cytokine that plays a role in the regulation of humoral immune responses. Involved in lymphocyte B cell development and immunoglobulin/IgA production.
Tissue Specificity
Expressed in fetal liver and bone marrow (PubMed:28978694). Expressed in peripheral blood lymphocyte B cells (PubMed:28978694).
Cellular localization
- Secreted
Alternative names
IL40, UNQ464/PRO809, C17orf99, Protein IL-40, Interleukin-40, IL-40