abstract |
(57) [Summary]nThe present invention relates to a CK beta-13 (CKβ-13) protein belonging to the chemokine family. In particular, an isolated nucleic acid molecule encoding a human CKβ-13 protein is provided. Also provided are CKβ-13 polypeptides, vectors for producing the same, host cells and recombinant methods. The invention further relates to screening methods for identifying agonists and antagonists of CKβ-13 activity. Similarly, diagnostic methods for detecting immune system related disorders and therapeutic methods for treating immune system related disorders are provided. |