IL17A
In the world of genes, there's a special one,
Interleukin-17A, a protein that's fun.
Encoded by IL17A, it's quite a name,
A gene that brings a protein with fame.
Once known as CTLA8, a viral gene,
Similarity it had, like a magical scene.
But now it's called IL-17A, a new name to bear,
A protein that's important, beyond compare.
In humans it's found, this special protein,
A messenger that tells our cells where to begin.
It helps in fighting infections, a warrior so strong,
Protecting our bodies, all day long.
In rodents it was known, as CTLA8,
A name that was catchy, but now it's too late.
For IL-17A it is, the name that we know,
A protein that helps our immune system grow.
So let's remember this tale, of IL-17A's fame,
A gene that brings a protein, with a special name.
It helps us stay healthy, it fights off the bad,
A superhero gene, we should all be glad.
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