Mucosa
Definition
Mucosa is moist tissue that lines certain parts of the inside of your body. It is in your:
- Nose
- Mouth
- Lungs
- Digestive tract
- Urinary and genital tracts
Glands in this tissue release a thick fluid called mucus.
Alternative Names
Mucous membrane
References
Merriam-Webster Dictionary. Mucosa. www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mucosa. Accessed January 17, 2023.
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