Respiratory system
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Respiratory system
The upper respiratory tract (upper airway) consists of the nose, mouth, sinuses, and throat. The lower respiratory tract consists of the trachea, bronchial tubes, and the structures inside the lungs.
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| Primary Medical Reviewer | Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | W. David Colby IV, MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease |
| Last Updated | August 2, 2007 |
| Last updated: | August 02, 2007 |
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| Reviewed By: | Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine, W. David Colby IV, MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease |
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