mucus
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Lactoferrin is an immune protein present in almost every body fluid except blood, including breast milk, tears, saliva, snot, and intestinal mucus.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 28, 2026
What’s more, staying hydrated helps flush toxins, keeps organs functioning optimally and thins mucus, making it easier for lungs to stay clear.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
When Howard was seven years old, he was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, the genetic condition that causes sticky mucus to build up in the lungs and digestive system.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
Ranchers have to remove eggs and larvae and disinfect and treat wounds, infected ears or mucus membranes.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 10, 2026
She also took some of the throat mucus from Monkey 053 and put it into a flask, and she took some of the monkey’s blood serum and put it into another flask.
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
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Human Anatomy and Physiology - Introductory
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