Glycoprotein
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Mucins
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Human tissue mucins / H.C. Cook.
Cook, H. C. (Harry Charles)Date: 1972- Books
Ueber Gallerkrebs der Brustdrüse / von Dr. Doutrelepont zu Bonn.
Doutrelepont, Dr.Date: [1870?]- Archives and manuscripts
Heatley, Norman George, OBE (1911- 2004)
Heatley, Norman George, 1911-2004Date: 1902-2004Reference: PP/NHE
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Human bronchus, excess mucin. SEM
David Gregory & Debbie Marshall
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Goblet cells are packed full of mucous globules (blue), which they release to provide lubrication and protection to the inner surfaces of the intestine and the respiratory system among others. The mucous globules are condensed inside the goblet cell but expand hugely once they are released, absorbing water within 20 milliseconds. This rapid release occurs in response to lots of different stimuli and allows the mucous to get to work instantly.
University of Edinburgh