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  • Observational studies link depression with elevated interleukin-6 (IL-6), a pro-inflammatory cytokine.
  • The causal relationship and underlying mechanisms between IL-6 and depression remain unclear.

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  • To investigate a potential causal relationship between IL-6 signaling and depressive symptoms using Mendelian Randomization.
  • To explore signaling pathways, including soluble IL-6 receptor (sIL-6R), as mechanisms linking IL-6 and depression.

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  • A two-sample Mendelian Randomization design utilizing UK Biobank data and published GWAS.
  • Primary analysis focused on sIL-6R; exploratory analyses included C-reactive protein (CRP) and soluble glycoprotein 130 (sgp130).

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  • Evidence supports a causal effect of sIL-6R on depression (OR: 1.023, p=0.006).
  • Exploratory analyses suggest the relationship may involve decreased classical signaling or increased IL-6 trans signaling.

Conclusions:

  • Results reinforce the role of IL-6 signaling in depression.
  • Findings suggest IL-6 trans signaling is a likely mechanism, warranting further investigation into brain-specific effects and other inflammatory pathways.