Immunoglobulin-G and creatinine levels in rabbits in altitude adaptation

Acta Physiol Hung. 1992;79(1):95-101.

Abstract

The changes of immunoglobulin-G and creatinine levels in mid-altitude were investigated in rabbits. The animals living at sea level were exposed to 2240 m altitude for 22 days period. When compared with sea level values; immunoglobulin-G levels were significantly low. Serum creatinine level decreased significantly in the 2nd day, then reached the sea level amount on the 12th day. On the 22nd day a significant increase was observed. It was concluded that the decrease in immunoglobulin-G values may be due to the depression of protein synthesis. The increase in plasma creatinine level would be explained by the decrease in urine.

MeSH terms

  • Adaptation, Physiological*
  • Altitude*
  • Animals
  • Creatinine / blood*
  • Immunoglobulin G / metabolism*
  • Rabbits

Substances

  • Immunoglobulin G
  • Creatinine