From: The role of exercise on the innate immunity of the elderly
 | Effect of ageing | Effect of moderate exercise |
---|---|---|
NK cell numbers | Increased | Increased |
NKCA | Decreased | Increased or unchanged |
Neutrophil numbers | Unchanged | Increased |
Neutrophil function | Decreased | Increased |
Monocyte/macrophage function | Decreased | Increased |
Pro-inflammatory cytokines | Increased | Low decreased |
Anti-inflammatory cytokines | Decreased | Low increased |
SIgA secretion rate | Decreased | Increased |