Genetically engineered human pulmonary surfactant.
Pulmonary surfactant is a complex array of phospholipids and proteins that specifically interact to lower the surface tension in the alveoli of the lungs. This article reviews pulmonary surfactant proteins A, B, and C. Also surfactant replacement in animal studies is discussed.
Benson
B J
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Macronex, Inc., Morrisville, North Carolina.
D000818:Animals; D004195:Disease Models, Animal; D005818:Genetic Engineering; D006801:Humans; D011663:Pulmonary Surfactants / Q000235:genetics* / Q000627:therapeutic use
D011663:Pulmonary Surfactants