Description
Nasal mucus is produced by the nasal mucosa, and mucal tissues lining the airways (trachea, bronchus, bronchioles).
Mucus contains antiseptic enzymes (such as lysozyme), immunoglobulins, inorganic salts, proteins such as lactoferrin, and glycoproteins known as mucins that are produced by goblet cells in the mucous membranes and submucosal glands
Function
Aid in the protection of the lungs by trapping foreign particles that enter the body through the nose & mouth during normal breathing.
Moisturises inhaled air and helps prevent the drying out of tissues.
Colour
Clear, yellow, or green.
Shape
A thick glutinous and sticky fluid.
Location
For purposes of this description mucus is found in the nasal cavity and. However mucus is also found in the respiratory tract (phlegm), digestive, reproductive, gastrointestinal, and urogenital tracts.
Nasal mucus is produced by the nasal mucosa, and mucal tissues lining the airways (trachea, bronchus, bronchioles).
Mucus contains antiseptic enzymes (such as lysozyme), immunoglobulins, inorganic salts, proteins such as lactoferrin, and glycoproteins known as mucins that are produced by goblet cells in the mucous membranes and submucosal glands
Function
Aid in the protection of the lungs by trapping foreign particles that enter the body through the nose & mouth during normal breathing.
Moisturises inhaled air and helps prevent the drying out of tissues.
Colour
Clear, yellow, or green.
Shape
A thick glutinous and sticky fluid.
Location
For purposes of this description mucus is found in the nasal cavity and. However mucus is also found in the respiratory tract (phlegm), digestive, reproductive, gastrointestinal, and urogenital tracts.
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