The aim of this study was to evaluate the expression of messenger RNAs (mRNAs) and the protein production of interleukin-6 (IL-6), IL-10, tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α) and interferon-γ (IFN-γ) and two circulating micro-RNAs related to inflammation and cardiovascular disease; miR-155 and miR-146. The gene discussed is TNF; the disease is cardiovascular disorder.