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What has the author Horton Corwin Hinshaw written?
Horton Corwin Hinshaw has written: 'Diseases of the chest' -- subject(s): Chest, Diseases, Lungs, Respiratory Function Tests, Respiratory Tract Diseases, Thoracic Diseases, Respiratory tract diseases, Respiratory function tests, Thoracic diseases
What is the life function that living organisms must carry on so that wastes do not accumulate?
Several systems do this function, the kidneys, the respiratory tract, the lower digestive tract and the skin.
What is the major source of respiratory tract secretion in the normal lung?
Bronchial glands
What is the major function of respiratory system?
Breathing
How does epithelium in each region of the respiratory tract adapted so its form follows its function?
In the upper respiratory tract, you have ciliated cells and mucosal glands that help keep particles out of the lower respiratory tract. Where the very thin type 1 cells faciliate gas exchange.
Is the trachea in the lower respiratory tract?
Yes, the trachea is the first structure classified as a part of the lower respiratory tract.
What is the MAJOR function of the resiratory system?
the major function of the respiratory system is to get oxygen to the blood so it can carry it to every cell in the body.
What are the two major parts of the respiratory system?
The respiratory system, of mammals in particular, consists of respiratory airways, lungs and muscles concerned with respiration. The respiratory airways include the trachea, bronchiole, alveoli. Lungs perform function of exchange of gases. Muscles of the diaphragm contribute to breathing activity. For a detailed explanation of various anatomical parts of the respiratory system, visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Respiratory_system
Acute lower respiratory tract infection?
Acute= severe. Lower Respiratory Tract= Respiratory system below the larynx. This refers to a pneumonia or a bronchitis.
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 main immunoglobulin of the respiratory tract?
The main immunoglobulin of the respiratory tract is Immunoglobulin A (IgA). It plays a crucial role in defending against pathogens that enter through the respiratory mucosa by neutralizing and preventing their attachment to the mucosal surface.
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.
