Movement before air breathing that contributes to fluid-related mechanical stimulation of the developing lung. Physical loading and mature respiratory function are distinct.
The epithelial lining of pulmonary gas-exchange units, containing differently specialized cell types.
An alveolar epithelial cell with secretory functions including surfactant production and context-dependent progenitor activity.
A thin, extended epithelial cell contributing to the gas-exchange surface. Flattening and molecular differentiation should be measured separately.
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