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What in the respiratory system warms and moistens inhaled air?
The epithelium of the respiratory tract contains mucous cells which adds moisture and there are blood vessels close to its' surface that add warmth to the air.
What is the main immunoglobulin of the respiratory tract?
IgA is the main immunoglobulin of the respiratory tract.
Acute lower respiratory tract infection?
Acute= severe. Lower Respiratory Tract= Respiratory system below the larynx. This refers to a pneumonia or a bronchitis.
Is the trachea in the lower respiratory tract?
Yes, the trachea is the first structure classified as a part of the lower respiratory tract.
Where does the breathing begin?
The respiratory tract consists of organs and tissues such as the nose, pharynx, bronchi, trachea and alveoli. The respiratory tract starts at the nose.
What is the medical term meaning stale air in the respiratory tract?
The residual volume is the portion of air in the respiratory tract that cannot be exhaled.
What is the medical abbreviation meaning upper respiratory Tract infection?
URI is the medical abbreviation meaning upper respiratory tract infection.
What feature of the epithelial lining of the respiratory tract is responsible for the smokers cough?
what feature of the epithelial lining of the respiratory tract is responsible for the smokers cough?
Is bronchitis and upper respiratory infection the same thing?
it is a kind of upper respiratory tract infection...ear infection, laryngitis, pharyngitis etc, are other upper respiratory tract infections
What has the author R Grenville-Mathers written?
R. Grenville-Mathers has written: 'The respiratory system' -- subject(s): Diseases, Nursing, Nursing texts, Respiratory Tract Diseases, Respiratory Tract Infections, Respiratory organs
What tissue lines most of the respiratory tract?
The tissue lining your inner nasal passages is made from ectoderm. However, the rest of the respiratory tract lining is made of endoderm.
Is the Bronchus of the human respiratory tract sterile?
no
