Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 032191855X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 22 - Microbial Diseases of the Respiratory System - Questions For Review - Short Answer - Page 713: 1

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Adenoids, also commonly known as tonsils are a group of lymphoid tissues. They are present near the junction of the nasal cavity, pharynx and auditory tubes which are the main entry portals. Adenoids contain cells and chemicals and their function is to fight microbes that enter through these portals.

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