CXCL14 and atherosclerosis: This is in line with a positive effect on fibrotic gene expression and proliferation of fibroblasts,47 and the absent effect of Cxcl14 KO on immune cell recruitment in homoeostasis.48 However, upon a stronger pro-inflammatory milieu, like in overt atherosclerosis, this aspect of CXCL14 function may be important.