In the following article the topic of CXCL7 will be addressed from different perspectives, with the aim of providing a complete and detailed view of this topic. Fundamental aspects will be analyzed, different opinions will be explored and specific cases will be presented that exemplify the importance and relevance of CXCL7 today. Likewise, relevant data, updated statistics will be presented and the impact that CXCL7 has had in various areas of society will be delved into. Through this article we aim to provide the reader with solid and up-to-date knowledge about CXCL7, so that they can thoroughly understand this topic and form their own opinion about it.
Chemokine (C-X-C motif) ligand 7 (CXCL7) is a human gene.[5]
The encoded protein, Chemokine (C-X-C motif) ligand is a small cytokine belonging to the CXC chemokine family. It is an isoform of Beta-Thromboglobulin or Pro-Platelet basic protein (PPBP).[6]
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