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TRAIL also known as TNFSF10, CD253 is a cytokine that belongs to the tumor necrosis factor (TNF) ligand family. TRAIL plays a crucial role in regulating apoptosis, which is the process of programmed cell death essential for maintaining cellular homeostasis and immune system function. anti-TRAIL antibody (RIK-2) selectively induces apoptosis in cancer cells while sparing normal cells, making TRAIL a potential target for cancer immunotherapy. TRAIL functions by binding to its specific receptors, leading to the activation of apoptotic signaling pathways, which can trigger cell death in tumor cells. The targeted apoptosis-inducing properties of TRAIL highlight its importance in therapeutic strategies aimed at eliminating malignant cells without harming healthy tissue.