Table 3.
Comparison of data for influenza B HA RNA quantity (as ratio to β-actin) during study days 1–4 among controls, SHS-exposed subjects, and active smokers [median (interquartile range)].
| Parameter | Controls (n = 15) | SHS (n = 16) | Smokers (n = 11) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxday 1–4a | 3.2 (0.5–33.2) | 20.9 (4.5–145.1) | 96.8* (9.6–265.8) |
| AUCday 1–4b | 5.1 (0.7–30.5) | 21.3 (4.2–138.7) | 226.8* (20.2–880.0) |
a
Maximum HA RNA quantity, day 1–4 after LAIV inoculation.
b
AUC HA RNA quantity, day 1–4 after LAIV inoculation.
*
p < 0.05 vs. control, Kruskal–Wallis test with Dunn’s posttest.