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The type 2 cells of the alveoli produce surfactant, which reduces surface tension to keep the alveoli open for gas exchange. What does type II alveolar cells do? Four major functions have been attributed to alveolar type II cells: (1) synthesis and secretion of surfactant; (2) xenobiotic metabolism; (3) transepithelialRead More →

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Ingestion of anionic and nonionic surfactants most commonly result in mild and self-limiting gastrointestinal upset. They can cause irritation to the skin and eye; rarely aspiration or caustic injury to the gastrointestinal tract may occur. How does non ionic surfactant work? Nonionic surfactants have a unique property called a cloudRead More →