1.3 Functional Histology of the Respiratory Tract Flashcards
1
Q
Where can mucous membranes be found in the respiratory tract?
A
Lines the conducting portion of the respiratory tract
Nasal cavity to terminal bronchioles
2
Q
Where can serous membranes be found in the respiratory tract?
A
Line the pleural sacs which envelope each lung.
3
Q
What type of epithelia can be found in the nasal cavity to the bronchi?
A
Pseudostratified epithelium with cilia and goblet cells
4
Q
What type of epithelia can be found in the bronchioles?
A
Simple columnar with cilia and Clara cells
5
Q
What type of epithelia can be found in the alveolar ducts ?
A
Simple cuboidal with Clara cells
6
Q
What type of epithelia can be found in the alveoli?
A
Simple squamous
7
Q
What is a Clara cell?
A
Cells which secrete Clara cell protein. This can be measured to detect lung damage
