Method of increasing survival of a human subject having exposure to an acute exposure to non-therapeutic whole body ionization by administering a therapeutically effective dose of IL-12
The present invention provides methods for increasing survival in a subject, and/or preserving bone marrow function, and/or promoting hematopoietic recovery or restoration. The methods include administering a dose of IL-12 to the subject following an acute exposure to non-therapeutic whole body ionizing radiation. Formulations and kits are also provided.
