L2 - Development of the Lungs Flashcards
1
Q
What embryonic tissue is the respiratory system derived from?
A
Respiratory epithelia is derived from splanchnic endoderm.
Supporting mesenchyme is derived from splanchnic LP-mesoderm.
2
Q
What are the 6 stages of lung development?
A
EPCSAM
- Embryonic (wk4-7)
- Pseudoglandular (wk6-17)
- Canalicular (wk16-28)
- Saccular (wk28-36)
- Aveolar (term-22y.o.)
- Microvascular maturation (birth to 3-21 years)
2
Q
What are the 6 stages of lung development?
A
EPCSAM
3
Q
In what stage of lung development is surfactant produced?
A
Stage 4 - Saccular
Type 1 and 2 pneumocytes differentiate and T2 produce surfactant in greater quantity.
4
Q
What is the embryonic structure that forms the central tendon?
A
Septum transversum.