Cytokine Profiling in Diseases

Cytokine profiling is a laboratory technique used to measure the levels of cytokines, which are tiny proteins mainly produced by immune cells to regulate immune-related processes. This technique is used to diagnose, predict prognosis and respond to treatment in a number of diseases, such as cancer, autoimmune conditions, chronic inflammatory diseases and infectious diseases. The levels of specific cytokines can be indicative of the development, severity and progression of the diseases, providing valuable information to healthcare practitioners for the best course of treatment. Cytokine profiling is increasingly being used as a tool for the personalization of medical treatments and the development of new therapeutic strategies.