Schneiderian membrane
Schneiderian Membrane
The Schneiderian Membrane (pronounced: shnai-de-ri-an mem-brane), also known as the nasal mucosa, is a layer of tissue that lines the inside of the nasal cavities.
Etymology
The term "Schneiderian" is derived from the name of the German anatomist, Conrad Schneider (1614–1680), who first described the membrane. The term "membrane" comes from the Latin word "membrana", which means a thin layer or sheet.
Description
The Schneiderian Membrane is a bilaminar membrane, meaning it consists of two layers: the epithelial layer and the lamina propria. The epithelial layer is the outermost layer and is in direct contact with the air we breathe. The lamina propria is the inner layer and contains blood vessels, nerves, and glandular tissue.
Function
The primary function of the Schneiderian Membrane is to warm and humidify the air we breathe before it reaches the lungs. It also plays a crucial role in the sense of smell, as it contains the olfactory receptors.
Related Terms
- Epithelial layer: The outermost layer of the Schneiderian Membrane.
- Lamina propria: The inner layer of the Schneiderian Membrane.
- Glandular tissue: Tissue in the body that produces and secretes substances.
- Olfactory receptors: Specialized cells in the nose that detect odors.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Schneiderian membrane
- Wikipedia's article - Schneiderian membrane
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