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The Major Function of the Lymphatic system is: |
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return of tissue fluid to the cardiovascular system |
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Once fluid enters the lymphatic system it is called: |
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The thoracic duct receives lymph from the: |
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Upper left body and the lower body |
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Fluid enters the lymphatic system directly from the |
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Lymphatic capillaries are absent from |
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the CNS, bones, teeth (on test, all of the above) |
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These highly specialized lymph capillaries are found in the intestines: |
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The largest lymph organ in the human body is the: |
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The lymphatic system's role in relation to the cardiovascular system is: |
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It maintains blood volume and, hence, pressure. |
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Lymph capillaries are structurally identical to blood capillaries. True or False? |
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Lymph flow through the lymphatic system occurs in one direction. True or False |
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