The upper respiratory tract (upper airway) consists of the nose, mouth, sinuses, and throat.
The lower respiratory tract consists of the trachea, bronchial tubes, and the structures inside the lungs.
Current as of: March 25, 2017
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine & Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
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