ISSN:
1439-6327
Keywords:
Human macrophages
;
Enzyme activity
;
Phagocytosis
;
Physical exercise
;
Immune response
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Summary Macrophages derived from human connective tissue were assayed for their enzyme content and phagocytic activity after physical exercise. A single exhaustive endurance-running test caused increased phagocytic and enzymatic activities of the macrophages. Thus, an exercise challenge activates the functional status of the cells. This effect of physical exercise on macrophages is inconsistent with the practical experience that high performance athletes suffer more frequently from harmless infectious diseases.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00418507
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