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The effect of adrenal function changes with aging on immunomodulation
Elevated cortisol levels that occur with aging have been shown to alter T-cell trafficking, monocyte and T cell apoptosis and thymic involution, whereas the decrease that is seen the DHEAS levels with aging can lead to altered secretion of interleukins, including IL-2 and IL-6 (Figure created in biorender.com)
