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Organization of the Lymphatic System - lecture

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What is lymph?

A fluid that resembles plasma but contains a high concentration of suspended proteins. (correct)

A fluid that contains only hormones.

A fluid that contains only waste products.

A fluid that transports only glucose

What is the function of lymphatic vessels?

To carry oxygen from the lungs to the heart.

To carry lymph from peripheral tissues to the arterial system.

To carry lymph from peripheral tissues to the venous system. (correct)

To carry lymph from the heart to the peripheral tissues.

Where can lymphoid tissues and lymphoid organs be found?

Only in the brain.

Only in the lungs.

Only in the liver.

Throughout the body. (correct)

What types of cells are found in the lymphatic system?

White blood cells, phagocytes, and other immune system cells. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of lymphatic valves?

To permit movement of fluid in only one direction. Signup and view all the answers

Do all lymph vessels have smooth muscles?

It depends on the size of the vessel. Signup and view all the answers

What else besides lymph does the lymphatic system transport?

Hormones, nutrients including lipids & glucose, and waste products. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of lymphocytes in the lymphatic system?

To fight infections. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between lymph and blood plasma?

Lymph contains a higher concentration of suspended proteins. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of phagocytes in the lymphatic system?

To fight infections. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of lymphatic vessels in the lymphatic system?

To carry lymph from peripheral tissues to the venous system. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of lymphoid organs in the lymphatic system?

To produce and store lymphocytes. Signup and view all the answers

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