The mRNA expression of the ILs in the different pathogenetic condition TB groups.

Data are presented as mean ± SEM (standard error of the mean). Patients with more severe disease had significantly higher IL-16, IL-17, and IL-18 mRNA levels and significantly lower IL-10 and IL-27 mRNA levels. Mild group: VAS (0–4), CRP (<10 mg/L), ESR (<20 mm/h). Moderate group: VAS (5–7), CRP (10–30 mg/L), ESR (20–40 mm/h). Severe group: VAS (8–10), CRP (>30 mg/L), ESR (>40 mm/h). a: Significant differences versus the control group (P<0.05).