| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2901484 | Chest | 2010 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Sputum mucin levels differ in various respiratory conditions when compared with controls, primarily reflecting the degree of sputum production. Airway mucin might possibly exert protective effects in asthma, at least between exacerbations, but this issue needs to be further clarified by future studies.
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Authors
Makiko MD, Akio MD, PhD, Tetsuya MD, PhD, Hirofumi MD, Masaya MD, PhD, Masafumi MD, PhD, Kojiro MD, Tsuyoshi MD, Tomoshi MD, PhD, Isao MD, PhD, Hisako MD, PhD, Michiaki MD, PhD,