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| Functions of the lymphatic system |
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Definition
Protect against foreign materials
Return tissue fluid to blood
Create tissue fluid by filtration of plasma |
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| Components of the lymphatic system |
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Definition
Lymph
Lymphatic vessels/capillaries
Lymph nodes
Lymph nodules
Spleen
Thymus gland |
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Definition
Pharyngeal tonsils
Palatine tonsils
lingual tonsils |
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Definition
| Oval organ in LUQ between stomach & diaphragm |
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Definition
Immunity
Phagocytosis
Storage
Hemopoiesis |
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Definition
| Between lungs in center of chest |
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Definition
Produces T cells
Shrinks with age |
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Definition
Right Lymphatic duct
Thoracic duct |
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Definition
| Tissue spaces > lymph capillaries > lymph vesel > lymph node > lymph vessel > major lymph duct > subclavian vein > circulatory system |
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