Sputum

Material coughed up from the lungs and expectorated via the mouth. It contains MUCUS, cellular debris, and microorganisms. It may also contain blood or pus.

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Tree Number(s): A12.200.808

MeSH Unique ID: D013183

Entry Terms:

• Sputums
• Sputum, Induced
• Induced Sputum
• Induced Sputums
• Sputums, Induced

See Also:

• Drainage, Postural

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Sputum