Asthma, Air Pollution, and the Importance of Epithelial Cells

You are subscribed to It All Starts With Science Blog for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Asthma, Air Pollution, and the Importance of Epithelial Cells 05/23/2012 10:24 AM EDT By Jan Dye Because epithelial cells ─ the surface cells of the lung ─ are some of the first cells in the body to encounter air pollutants, they function as an important protective barrier against the numerous noxious or injurious agents found in the inspired air, including microorganisms, pollutants, and allergens. In my laboratory, we [...] You can view or update your subscriptions or e-mail address at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. All you will need is your e-mail address. If you have any questions or problems e-mail support@govdelivery.com for assistance.  This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.  This email was sent to elmasry.webmaster@gmail.com using GovDelivery, on behalf of: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency · 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW · Washington DC 20460 · 202-564-4355