M Histology of Lymphoid Tissue
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Which lymphoid organ is responsible for B lymphocytes maturation?

  • Appendix
  • Spleen (correct)
  • Thymus
  • Lymph node
  • What is the general function of HEVs (high endothelial venules) in the lymphatic system?

  • Maturation of lymphocytes
  • Transporting lymphocytes from blood to lymph nodes (correct)
  • Filtering lymph
  • Producing antibodies
  • Which lymphoid organ contains Hassall's corpuscles?

  • Spleen
  • Thymus (correct)
  • Tonsil
  • Lymph node
  • What is the primary function of MALT (mucosa associated lymphoid tissue)?

    <p>Protecting mucosal surfaces from pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the clinical significance of DiGeorge Syndrome?

    <p>Impaired T lymphocyte development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which site is responsible for the differentiation of immunocompetent T lymphocytes?

    <p>Thymus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of type II epithelioreticular cells in the thymus?

    <p>Act as antigen-presenting cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are reticular fibers not present?

    <p>Thymus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structural feature of the thymus helps establish domains called thymic lobules?

    <p>Trabeculae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the thymus contains densely packed T lymphocytes and numerous macrophages?

    <p>Cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

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