Mucin secretion in cystic fibrosis – a systematic review

Conclusions Increased expression of MUC5AC in the surface epithelium and of MUC5B in the sub-epithelial glands may be the result of higher secretion rate of mucin into the lumen of the respiratory tract, causing mucus plaque, infection and inflammation.
Source: Digestive Diseases - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research