Some Immunobiological Changes in Recruit Personnel during the Early Phase of Recruit Training.

Abstract

Lymphocyte transformation and response to skin test antigens in Navy recruits were studied during the first 15 days of training to determine if there were significant changes in immune competence which could account for the high prevalence of ARD. Decreased response to skin test antigens at 24 hours was noted during the first 5 days. This response was normal from Day 9-15. In contrast, lymphocyte transformation was normal during the first 5 days but decreased significantly as illness scores increased. This documented decrease in immune response may be due to the stress factors involved in the transition from a civilian to a military environment. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADA112491

Entities

People

  • Earl A. Edwards
  • R. H. Rahe

Organizations

  • Naval Health Research Center

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Basic Training
  • Biological Sciences
  • Biomedical Research
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Fungi
  • Health
  • Immune System
  • Immunity
  • Infection
  • Leukocytes
  • Lymphocytes
  • Medical Personnel
  • Resistance
  • Respiratory Tract Diseases
  • Skin Tests
  • Training
  • Wound Infections

Fields of Study

  • Biology
  • Medicine

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