Helper T 2 cells (Th2)produce interleukin 4 (Il-4)that suppresses which lymphocytes?
A) B lymphocytes
B) Cytotoxic T lymphocytes
C) Helper T1 cells (Th1)
D) Memory T lymphocytes

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Interleukin 4 (IL-4) produced by Helper T 2 cells (Th2) suppresses Helper T1 cells (Th1), which are responsible for stimulating cytotoxic T lymphocytes and activating macrophages against intracellular pathogens. IL-4 also promotes the growth and differentiation of B lymphocytes, leading to the production of antibodies. It does not suppress B lymphocytes or memory T lymphocytes.

Helper T 2 Cells (Th2)produce Interleukin 4 (Il-4)that Suppresses Which