摘要: Interleukin-5 (IL-5) stimulates proliferation and differentiation of B cells eosinophils. IL-5 receptor (IL-5R) comprises alpha (beta)c chains. specifically binds to IL-5Ralpha induces the recruitment IL-5Ralpha. JAK2 JAK1 tyrosine kinases are constitutively associated with hIL-5Ralpha (beta)c, respectively activated upon stimulation. phosphorylations cellular proteins including STAT5 activates Btk. X-linked immunodeficient mice have B-cell-specific defects due missense mutation btk gene. The cytoplasmic proline-rich regions both essential for signalling. appears play a critical role in hypereosinophilic syndromes atopic diseases. treatment animals anti-IL-5 mAb can decrease enhanced bronchial responsiveness induced by allergen sensitization. Clinical studies provide strong impetus investigating means modulating effects.