IL-33

Epithelial alarmin

Expression
Elevated
Evidence level
strong
Targeted by
Itepekimab (investigational anti-IL-33)

Role in pathogenesis

Released from necrotic epithelial cells. Binds ST2 receptor on ILC2s and Th2 cells, powerfully amplifying IL-5 and IL-13 production. A key upstream driver of type 2 inflammation.

Sources (2)

DetailsNagarkar DR et al. (2013) Thymic stromal lymphopoietin activity is increased in nasal polyps of patients with chronic rhinosinusitis. · J Allergy Clin ImmunolDOI
DetailsSchleimer RP et al. (2020) Immunopathogenesis of Chronic Rhinosinusitis and Nasal Polyposis. · J Allergy Clin ImmunolDOI