MeSH definition : The top portion of the pharynx situated posterior to the nose and superior to the
SOFT PALATE. The nasopharynx is the posterior extension of the nasal cavities and
has a respiratory function.;
The top portion of the pharynx situated posterior to the nose and superior to the
SOFT PALATE. The nasopharynx is the posterior extension of the nasal cavities and
has a respiratory function.
https://www.academie-medecine.fr/les-prelevements-nasopharynges-ne-sont-pas-sans-risque/ 2021 false false false France specimen handling nasopharynx meningitis scientific and technical information risk pneumonia, viral coronavirus infections pandemics coronavirus infections clinical laboratory techniques COVID-19 COVID-19 Testing