Year: 2011
Type: article
Abstract: The biological influence of light on human physiology (for example, circadian rhythms, cortisol and melatonin) has long been recognized. Recent interest has been directed to understanding the ramifications of light on immune function, particularly in the context of patient care. Although light and seasonal variations have been shown to modulate leucocyte count and lymphocytes B and T activity and proliferation in mammals, little is understood about these interactions in the course of illness. Thus, we hypothesized that sunlight is directly associated with improved outcome in critically ill patients.
Source: Critical Care
DOI: 10.1186/cc9954
Authors: R Castro, S Hong, C Lee, L Weissfeld, G Clermont, D Angus, M Rosengart
Institution: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Language: English
Subfield: Endocrine and Autonomic Systems
Field: Neuroscience
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $4,190
OpenAlex ID: W2080486756