Scientists show gene mutation may cause immature lungs in newborns
Monday, December 1, 2008 - 12:15
in Health & Medicine
Scientists have identified a gene critical to lung maturation in newborns and the production of surfactant, which lines lung tissues and prevents the lungs from collapsing.
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