serous

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Serous and mucus-producing cells also secrete the lysozyme enzyme and proteins called defensins, which have antibacterial properties.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Figure 1.17 Serous Membrane Serous membrane lines the pericardial cavity and reflects back to cover the heart—much the same way that an underinflated balloon would form two layers surrounding a fist.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Serous fluid secreted by the cells of the thin squamous mesothelium lubricates the membrane and reduces abrasion and friction between organs.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Serous inflammation of the lungs accompanies the more severe forms, and usually represents but a limited and circumscribed affection, associated with more abundant cellular and fibrinous products.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

Sense organs, simple forms of, 341, 342 Serous coat, 140, 148.

From Physiology and Hygiene for Secondary Schools by Walters, Francis M.