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Which one of these is considered a primary lymphatic organ?
Which one of these is considered a primary lymphatic organ?
- Spleen
- Thymus (correct)
- Bursa of Fabricius
- Lymph node
Which one of these is considered a secondary lymphatic organ?
Which one of these is considered a secondary lymphatic organ?
- Bursa of Fabricius
- Lymph node (correct)
- Thymus
- Spleen
Which one of these is NOT a lymphatic organ?
Which one of these is NOT a lymphatic organ?
- Thymus
- Lymph node
- Spleen
- Hemolymph (correct)
Which one of these is a component of the hemic-lymphatic system?
Which one of these is a component of the hemic-lymphatic system?
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Which one of these is a function of the lymphatic system?
Which one of these is a function of the lymphatic system?
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Lymphatic System Overview
- Primary lymphatic organs include the thymus and bone marrow; these are where lymphocytes are produced and mature.
- Secondary lymphatic organs are the lymph nodes, spleen, and mucosa-associated lymphoid tissues (MALT); these sites facilitate immune response through interactions among lymphocytes and pathogens.
- Organs like the liver and kidneys are not considered lymphatic organs as they do not function in the immune response directly.
- The hemic-lymphatic system consists of components like lymph nodes and spleen, which filter lymph and blood, playing crucial roles in immune surveillance.
- Functions of the lymphatic system include transporting lymph, filtering out pathogens, maintaining fluid balance, and facilitating the absorption of dietary fats through lacteals in the intestines.
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