Winslow et al. [47] described an IL-6 trans-signalling (IL-6TS) high COPD subset, defined by elevated levels of sputum IL-1β, IL-6, soluble IL-6 receptor, MIP-1β and IL-8, with increased sputum neutrophilia and HI colonisation. The gene discussed is IL6; the disease is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.