30 Questions
What is the main function of the lymphatic system?
Providing immune response
Which one of the following is a component of the lymphatic system?
White blood cells
What is the major function of lymph in the body?
Maintaining fluid balance and immunity
Where does the thoracic duct drain lymph into?
Left subclavian vein
What is the main function of lymph nodes?
Filtering lymph and trapping pathogens
In which organ are T lymphocytes produced and matured?
Thymus
What are the three main functions of the lymphatic system?
Fluid recovery, immunity, and lipid absorption
Which of the following is NOT a component that lymph may contain?
Platelets
What are the three layers that compose the walls of lymphatic vessels?
Tunica intima, tunica media, tunica adventitia
What helps aid the flow of lymph in lymphatic vessels?
Rhythmic contractions of lymphatic vessels
How do the superficial networks of lymphatic vessels differ from the deep networks?
Location in the body and flow of lymph
Where does the lymph ultimately flow to from the collecting ducts?
Subclavian veins
At which vertebral level does the lymphatic vessels pass through the diaphragm?
T12
Which vessel does the lymphatic duct empty into in the right venous angle?
Right subclavian vein
Where are lymphatic nodules or follicles most commonly found?
Lymph nodes, tonsils, and appendix
Which type of white blood cells are found in the lymphatic system?
Lymphocytes
Where does the thoracic duct terminate?
Left venous angle
Which trunk forms the right lymphatic duct?
Right bronchomediastinal trunk
What is the main function of lymphocytes in the immune system?
Attack and destroy foreign material
Which of the following is NOT considered a lymphatic organ?
Appendix
Where are Peyer's patches located in the body?
Distal part of small intestines
Which of the following is NOT one of the three main sets of tonsils?
Adenoid tonsils
What is the primary function of lymph nodes in the body?
Cleanse lymph and filter foreign bodies
Why do tonsils not contain a capsule?
To guard against ingested/inhaled pathogens
What distinguishes non-Hodgkin lymphoma from Hodgkin lymphoma?
Mainly involves T-cells
What is the main characteristic of Hodgkin lymphoma?
Painless enlargements of lymph nodes
What is a common cause of tonsillitis?
Bacterial and viral infections
What can happen if appendicitis is left untreated?
Appendix will burst and lead to peritonitis
Which type of lymphoma is more common?
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Why are almost all cases of appendicitis treated as emergencies?
To minimize the risk of peritonitis
Test your knowledge on the definition, components, functions, and anatomy of the lymphatic system. Identify the lymphatic trunks, ducts, and various types of lymphatic tissues in this quiz.
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