The sequences of the primers used in this study
| Gene | Product size (bp) | Sequences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUC5AC | 458 | Forward | 5′-TGA TCA TCC AGC AGG GCT-3′ |
| Reverse | 5′-CCG AGC TCA GAGGAC ATA TGG G-3′ | ||
| Rig/S15 | 361 | Forward | 5′-TTC CGC AAG TTC ACC TAC C-3′ |
| Reverse | 5′-CGG GCC GGC CAT GCT TTA CG-3′ |
