By measuring telomeres, some scientists believe they can determine biological age, which doesn't always equal chronological age. That means some people may be biologically older or younger than their age, said Jerry Shay, professor and vice chairman of cell biology at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.
It is of ectodermal origin and is continuous with the skin at various body openings such as the eyes, ears, nose and mouth, the urethral opening and the anus. Some mucous membranes secrete mucus, a thick protective fluid. The function of the membrane is to stop pathogens and dirt from entering the body and to prevent bodily tissues from becoming dehydrated.
The mucocele can also be known as a collection of fluids or extravasation phenomenon and can occur when the swelling of the connective tissue due to irritation, inflammation or unknown causes results in mucin (protein that can be found in an individualâs salvia and in mucus) collecting in the mucocele formation.he mucocele can also be known as a collection of fluids or extravasation phenomenon and can occur when the swelling of the connective tissue due to irritation, inflammation or unknown causes results in mucin (protein that can be found in an individualâs salvia and in mucus) collecting in the mucocele formation.