IL10RB Gene
Interleukin 10 Receptor Subunit Beta (IL10RB) is a gene involved in IL-10 and type III IFN signaling that has been studied in relation to immune function, metabolism, and chronic illness. Variants in IL10RB may influence how the body responds to infection, inflammation, and long-term recovery.
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What is the IL10RB gene?
IL10RB encodes interleukin 10 receptor subunit beta, a protein involved in IL-10 and type III IFN signaling. It belongs to the Immune Signaling category and is part of the Cytokines & Immune Signaling biological cluster. IL10RB encodes the shared beta chain of IL-10, IL-22, IL-26, and type III interferon receptors.
Biological role and pathway
IL10RB is involved in the IL-10 and type III IFN signaling pathway, which plays a central role in regulating physiological processes relevant to immune defence, cellular energy, and systemic homeostasis. Genes within the Cytokines & Immune Signaling cluster work together to maintain balanced function across interconnected biological systems.
Variants in genes within this pathway may influence an individual's predisposition to altered function in these systems — particularly under conditions of physiological stress such as viral infection or prolonged illness.
IL10RB and Long COVID / ME-CFS research
IL10RB variants may impair both anti-inflammatory IL-10 signaling and mucosal type III interferon responses in Long COVID.
This information is based on published research and does not constitute medical advice. See references below.
Known genetic variants
The following variants (SNPs) in the IL10RB gene have been studied in relation to immune signaling and chronic illness. Each variant represents a single nucleotide position where individuals may carry different alleles.
- rs2836443— IL10RB variant
Conditions studied in relation to IL10RB
Research into IL10RB variants has explored associations with the following conditions. These are areas of scientific investigation and do not imply that IL10RB causes or treats any condition.
Genetic insights from DNA data
Consumer DNA files from 23andMe, AncestryDNA, and MyHeritage contain raw SNP data. When you upload your file to ChronicDNA, the analysis engine checks your genotype against a curated panel of 80+ genes selected for their relevance to Long COVID, ME/CFS, and connected biological pathways - some of which may include IL10RB and related genes in the cytokines & immune signaling pathway.
The report is educational - it explains which variants you carry, what the research says about them, and how they fit into the biological pathways most relevant to chronic illness. Results are presented in plain English with appropriate scientific context, no medical jargon, no scare tactics. All results should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Related genes in the Cytokines & Immune Signaling pathway
IL10RB does not act in isolation. The following genes are functionally related and may be analysed together for a more complete picture of your genetic predispositions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the IL10RB gene and what does it do?
IL10RB (Interleukin 10 Receptor Subunit Beta) is involved in IL-10 and type III IFN signaling. IL10RB encodes the shared beta chain of IL-10, IL-22, IL-26, and type III interferon receptors.
How may IL10RB gene variants relate to Long COVID or ME/CFS?
IL10RB variants may impair both anti-inflammatory IL-10 signaling and mucosal type III interferon responses in Long COVID.
Can a DNA test reveal information about my IL10RB gene?
Consumer DNA data from 23andMe, AncestryDNA, and MyHeritage includes SNP variants for many genes. ChronicDNA analyses your raw DNA file and reports on variants that have been studied in relation to chronic illness, immune function, and metabolism. This is not a diagnostic service — results are informational and educational only.
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References
The following publications were used in compiling the research context for IL10RB. This is not an exhaustive literature review.
- [1]PMID: 34316049
- [2]Nature Genetics
- [3]Journal of Clinical Investigation