Lymphatic System Overview

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What is the main difference between lymph and interstitial fluid?

Their location (correct)

Their color

Their function

Their composition

What is the function of the thymus gland?

Maturing T-lymphocytes (correct)

Producing antibodies

Storing lymphocytes

Filtering lymph

What is the structure of a lymphatic nodule?

A crescent-shaped cap with a central medulla

A germinal center with a darkly stained cortex

A cap and a germinal center (correct)

A single compact region of lymphocytes

What is the composition of the peripheral cortex of the thymus gland?

Densely packed lymphocytes Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the lymphatic vessels?

To carry lymph directionally towards the heart Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the medulla of the thymus gland?

Loosely packed lymphocytes and reticular cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the tonsils in the body?

To defend the body against invading bacteria and viruses by making early contact with them Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure that divides the tonsils into lobules?

An incomplete capsule with septa Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the lymph node in the filtration of lymph?

To filter the lymph and remove waste products Signup and view all the answers

What is the outer part of the cortex rich in?

B-lymphocytes Signup and view all the answers

What is the deeper part of the cortex called?

Paracortex Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the lymph node in the production of lymphocytes?

To produce lymphocytes Signup and view all the answers

What is the location of the sub-capsular sinuses in a lymph node?

Between the capsule and lymph nodules Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the white pulp in the spleen?

Production of lymphocytes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of the spleen?

Regulation of blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the lymphatic organ that is located in the neck and is involved in the immune response to pathogens?

Tonsil Signup and view all the answers

What is the composition of the red pulp in the spleen?

Splenic cords and blood sinuses Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the lymphatic organ that filters the blood and stores platelets?

Spleen Signup and view all the answers