Circadian rhythms and aging
Casale, G.
Minerva Medica 74(21): 1233-1240
1983
ISSN/ISBN: 0026-4806 PMID: 6134256 Document Number: 216079
The cosinor method was used to study the circadian variations in 36 haematic parameters in apparently healthy elderly subjects. A nyctohemeral cycle was evident in most cases. Differences in the means and range of IgA, IgG and antithrombin III rhythms compared to those of younger adults were noted. On the whole, the circadian system of the elderly is very similar to that of adults.