Voluntary exercise increases IgA concentration and polymeric Ig receptor expression in the rat submandibular gland.
Biosci Biotechnol Biochem
; 80(12): 2490-2496, 2016 Dec.
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ABSTRACT
Salivary IgA-a primary factor in local immunity of the oral cavity-plays an important role in maintaining local immune function in the oral cavity and prevent upper respiratory tract infections. Oral IgA levels are known to fluctuate in an exercise-dependent manner; thus, we investigated the effects of voluntary exercise on salivary IgA secretion in rats to better understand the mechanism by which this occurs. Six-week-old male Wistar rats were placed in individual cages with or without access to exercise wheels for three weeks. Notably, animals who engaged in voluntary exercise demonstrated significant increases in IgA concentration in saliva and submandibular gland tissue, as well as a markedly higher salivary IgA flow rate. Moreover, active rats also exhibited elevated polymeric Ig receptor (pIgR) mRNA expression in submandibular gland tissue. Collectively, these results suggest that voluntary exercise may increase salivary IgA concentration and boost immune function in the oral cavity.
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Condicionamento Físico Animal
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Saliva
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Glândula Submandibular
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Imunoglobulina A
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Receptores de Imunoglobulina Polimérica
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Animals
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2016
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