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How does Cystic Fibrosis manifest?
Mechanical obstruction caused by increased viscosity of mucous gland secretions
Is influenza the disease caused by aerosol?
It can be passed through sneezes but also through contact of mucous secretions on surfaces.
What is a chronic diseace that is an inflammatory disorder of the bronchial airways characterized by tightening inhalations and extra mucous secretions?
Asthma
What class of antibodies is mainly found in sweat tears breast milk and GI secretions?
IgA antibody, found in mucous membrane secretions, mother's breast milk, etc.
What are the benefits of using an expectorant?
The main benefit of using an expectorant when sick is that this medication causes the body to increase its mucous secretions in order to help rid itself of illness harbored in thicker secretions that are difficult to expel. By taking an expectorant, someone who is sick will have an increased ability to cough up any mucous in their throat or sinuses which would otherwise hamper the progression of healing.
A gland can be mucous or serous but not bothtrue or false?
Some salivary glands produce both mucous and serous secretions, and these are called "mixed" glands. -Pasqualino P.
What specific things help to lessen but not prevent mucus buildup in the morning?
Increasing your fluid intake will thin the mucous secretions and make them easier to eliminate via coughing.
What are four exocrine secretions in the male reproductive system?
The male reproductive system has an endocrine secretion (testosterone) and 4 exocrine secretions in semen: sperm, seminal vesicle fluid (60%), prostatic fluid (25%), and an alkaline secretion from the Bulbourethral (Cowper's) glands that neutralizes the acidic male urethra and secretes mucous that lubricates the urethra and glans. Endocrine secretions are released in the blood and exocrine secretions are released externally, not into the blood stream.
Is basophil an Innate or Adaptive Immune system?
No, the first line of the immune system is the intact skin, mucous membranes and their secretions, normal microbiota all are physical barriers.
Why is it that when you cry mucous secretions coming from the nose are also present?
Because crying is an emotional response that is related to the parasympathetic nervous system. When it gets activated, most all of the parasympathetic responses are elicited, and one of them is to increase the secretion of mucous throughout the body along with the tears. So that is why your nose runs too.
How can a mucous membrane be identified?
Mucous membranes are typically moist and smooth to the touch, and have a pink or reddish coloration. They line cavities and passages that open to the outside of the body, such as the mouth, nose, and reproductive organs. When healthy, mucous membranes are slightly moistened by secretions to help protect and lubricate the underlying tissues.
What are two types of immune respones in the second line of defence?
The body has three main lines of defense against pathogens. They are as follows:First line of defense: Skin, Mucous membranes, and Secretions of skin and mucous membranesSecond line of defense: Phagocytic white blood cells, Antimicrobial proteins, and the Inflammatory responseThird line of defense: Lymphocytes, and Antibodies
