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IL20RA (Interleukin-20 Receptor Subunit Alpha): A Key Player in Inflammatory Signalling

Immunology / Cytokines

Key Points about IL20RA:

Protein Structure

  • Type I transmembrane protein
  • Extracellular cytokine binding domain
  • Expressed in skin, lung, immune cells

Receptor Complex Formation

  • IL20RA/IL20RB complex
  • IL20RA/IL10RB complex
  • Mediates inflammatory responses

Signalling Pathways

  • JAK/STAT cascade
  • MAP kinase pathway
  • Regulates inflammatory gene expression

Clinical Significance

  • Inflammatory conditions
  • Immune response regulation
  • Psoriasis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis

Therapeutic Potential

  • Monoclonal antibody targeting
  • Small molecule inhibitors
  • Autoimmune disorder treatment
  • Chronic inflammatory conditions

Research Developments

  • Novel regulatory mechanisms
  • Single-cell analysis
  • Structure-based drug design
  • Biomarker development

IL20RA serves as a critical receptor in inflammatory signalling with significant implications for disease understanding and treatment.

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