Respiratory microbiota in lung cancer, bronchiectasis and healthy populations. human lung metagenome

The respiratory microbiome is a role player in human health, therefore is significant to be addressed thoroughly. The respiratory tract is the main portal through which the microorganisms enter the human body. Lung cancer and bronchiectasis are chronic lung diseases that largely burdens the humans around the world.This study intended to identify bacteria in human respiratory tract (upper and lower) in the two diseases as well as in a healthy group.