Condition
Mucous membrane
David Cohen, M.D.Published 27 April 20051 min read
Key points
- Mucosa is moist tissue that lines particular organs and body cavities throughout the body, including your nose, mouth, lungs, and gastrointestinal tract.
- Glands along the mucosa secrete mucus (a thick fluid).
Alternative names
Mucosa
Definition
Mucosa is moist tissue that lines particular organs and body cavities throughout the body, including your nose, mouth, lungs, and gastrointestinal tract. Glands along the mucosa secrete mucus (a thick fluid).
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David Cohen, M.D.
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