Which of the following has not been identified as a potential mechanism explaining the increased susceptibility to upper respiratory tract infections in athletes after prolonged exercise?

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Decreased concentration of the anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10 is not identified as a mechanism explaining increased susceptibility to upper respiratory tract infections in athletes after prolonged exercise. Instead, mechanisms typically involve aspects of immune function directly involved in pathogen defense, such as natural killer cell activity, neutrophil function, and levels of immunoglobulin A in saliva.

Which of the Following Has Not Been Identified as a Potential