- Respiratory system - Wikipedia
The respiratory system (also respiratory apparatus, ventilatory system) is a biological system consisting of specific organs and structures used for gas exchange in animals and plants
- Human respiratory system | Description, Parts, Function, Facts . . .
Human respiratory system, the system in humans that takes up oxygen and expels carbon dioxide The major organs of the respiratory system include the nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, lungs, and diaphragm
- Simple Steps to Prevent Respiratory Illness This Season
As the colder weather months begin, respiratory viruses like the common cold, the flu, RSV and COVID-19, become more prevalent Though these illnesses can be mild, there are many factors, including having chronic lung disease that can increase your risk for severe illness To protect yourself and your loved ones this season, follow these simple steps
- Introduction to Diagnosis of Lung Disorders - The Merck Manuals
The respiratory system starts at the nose and mouth and continues through the airways and the lungs Air enters the respiratory system through the nose and mouth and passes down the throat (pharynx) and through the voice box, or larynx The entrance to the larynx is covered by a small flap of tissue (epiglottis) that automatically closes during swallowing, thus preventing food or drink from
- Respiratory System Organs and Their Functions - New Health Advisor
The respiratory system plays a vital role in the body, by providing your cells with much needed oxygen, as well as excreting carbon dioxide, which can be deadly if allowed to accumulate Major parts of the system include the airways, the lungs, and the muscles of respiration
- How the Lungs Work - The Respiratory System | NHLBI, NIH
Learn how the respiratory system works and what happens when you breathe in and out
- Introduction to the Respiratory System - OpenMD
The respiratory system facilitates the exchange of gases between the body and the external environment It consists of several organs, tissues, and cells, including the nose, throat, larynx, bronchi, and lungs
- Anatomy of the Respiratory System | University Hospitals
The respiratory system is made up of the organs included in the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide The respiratory system is divided into two areas: the upper respiratory tract and the lower respiratory tract
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