Lung

Either of the pair of organs occupying the cavity of the thorax that effect the aeration of the blood.

Date introduced: January 1, 1999

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Tree Number(s): A04.411

MeSH Unique ID: D008168

Entry Terms:

• Lungs

See Also:

• Air Sacs
• Pneumonectomy
• Pulmonary Circulation
• Respiration

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Anatomy Category
Respiratory System
Lung
Bronchi
Bronchioles
Pulmonary Alveoli
Alveolar Epithelial Cells
Blood-Air Barrier