This exaggerated response leads to the production of a number of pro-inflammatory cytokines including IL-1β, IL-2, IL-6, IFN-γ, and TNF-α [5,6], which can lead to endothelial cell injury, acute lung injury (ALI), acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), and vascular collapse (shock) [7]. The gene discussed is IL6; the disease is acute respiratory distress syndrome.