MK Manoylov Latest articles by MK Manoylov What are cytokines? By MK Manoylov published 6 November 20 Cytokines help the immune system kill pathogens, but too many cytokines can lead to bad health outcomes and may turn into a "cytokine storm." Health Sign up for the Live Science daily newsletter nowGet the world’s most fascinating discoveries delivered straight to your inbox.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1Stunning cloud vortices swirl off 6 different Atlantic islands2Scientists discover never-before-seen part of human cells3'Puzzling' bronze discs adorned with lion heads discovered in Roman-era grave4Watch mud volcano erupt beneath a crown of flames in Taiwan5New blood test detects cancers 3 years before typical diagnosis, study hints
What are cytokines? By MK Manoylov published 6 November 20 Cytokines help the immune system kill pathogens, but too many cytokines can lead to bad health outcomes and may turn into a "cytokine storm."