nasal-associated lymphoid tissue

NALT

The lymphocytic cell population present in the mucosa of the nasopharyngeal duct of some animals.

Type Organ
Body System Respiratory
Parent Structure gut-associated lymphoid tissue
Latin Name NALT
FMA ID 79771

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the nasal-associated lymphoid tissue?
The lymphocytic cell population present in the mucosa of the nasopharyngeal duct of some animals.
What body system is the nasal-associated lymphoid tissue part of?
The nasal-associated lymphoid tissue is part of the Respiratory.
What is the Latin name for the nasal-associated lymphoid tissue?
The Latin name for the nasal-associated lymphoid tissue is NALT.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.