Impact of Schistosoma mansoni and Echinococcus granulosus experimental coinfection on interleukin 10 and interferon gamma cytokines profile

- The effect of echinoccocis on the immunity induced by shistosomiasis was explored.
- Two models were established. First, the two infections were induced synchronously.
- Second, echinococcosis was induced 7 weeks post schistosomiasis.
- The first model showed significant elevation of IFN-γ.
- The second one showed significant marked reduction in IL10 level.