Il6

Enables cytokine activity and interleukin-6 receptor binding activity. Involved in several processes, including cellular response to cytokine stimulus; positive regulation of cell communication; and positive regulation of metabolic process. Located in extracellular space. Used to study several diseases, including acute necrotizing pancreatitis; disseminated intravascular coagulation; hypertension (multiple); impotence; and steatotic liver disease. Biomarker of several diseases, including acute necrotizing pancreatitis; artery disease (multiple); auditory system disease (multiple); gastrointestinal system cancer (multiple); and lung disease (multiple). Human ortholog(s) of this gene implicated in several diseases, including autoimmune disease (multiple); eye disease (multiple); gastrointestinal system cancer (multiple); glucose metabolism disease (multiple); and periodontal disease (multiple). Orthologous to human IL6 (interleukin 6). [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Apr 2025]

A protein domain is a distinct structural or functional region within a protein that can evolve, function, and exist independently of the rest of the protein chain. These domains in rat Il6 often fold into stable, three-dimensional structures and are associated with specific biological functions, such as binding to DNA, other proteins, or small molecules.

Biological processes and signaling networks where the Il6 gene in rat plays a role, providing insight into its function and relevance in health or disease.

The most significant associations for this gene, including commonly observed domains, pathway involvement, and functional highlights based on current data.

Locations within the cell where the protein is known or predicted to be active, providing insight into its function and cellular context.

Describes the biological processes, cellular components, and molecular functions associated with the rat Il6 gene, providing context for its role in the cell.