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What is the primary function of the thymus in the lymphatic system?
What is the primary function of the thymus in the lymphatic system?
Which part of a thymic lobule contains a high concentration of lymphocytes?
Which part of a thymic lobule contains a high concentration of lymphocytes?
What type of lymphatic tissue is primarily found in the palatine tonsil?
What type of lymphatic tissue is primarily found in the palatine tonsil?
What is the main structural feature differentiating the white pulp from the red pulp in the spleen?
What is the main structural feature differentiating the white pulp from the red pulp in the spleen?
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Which secondary lymphatic organ is responsible for the filtration of lymph?
Which secondary lymphatic organ is responsible for the filtration of lymph?
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The primary type of cells found in lymphatic follicles are mainly:
The primary type of cells found in lymphatic follicles are mainly:
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What is a notable structural characteristic of lymph nodes?
What is a notable structural characteristic of lymph nodes?
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What types of tonsils are identified in the lymphatic system?
What types of tonsils are identified in the lymphatic system?
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How is the stroma of both the lymph node and the spleen similar?
How is the stroma of both the lymph node and the spleen similar?
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What best describes the medulla of the thymus lobule?
What best describes the medulla of the thymus lobule?
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Study Notes
Lymphatic System Overview
- The lymphatic system is a network of organs, tissues, and vessels that helps maintain fluid balance and fight infection.
Primary Lymphatic Organs
- Bone Marrow: Crucial in the production of lymphocytes, particularly B cells.
- Thymus: Site of T cell maturation. Located behind the sternum.
Secondary Lymphatic Organs
- Lymph Nodes: Filter lymph, capturing pathogens and other foreign substances. Found throughout the body.
- Spleen: Filters blood, removing old or damaged red blood cells. Also involved in immune responses.
- Tonsils: Located in the throat, help protect against infection entering the body through the mouth and nose.
Thymus Structure
- Stroma: Capsule and trabeculae form supportive framework.
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Parenchyma: Divided into lobules, each with a cortex and medulla.
- Cortex: High concentration of lymphocytes.
- Medulla: Lower concentration of lymphocytes, with the presence of thymic corpuscles.
Thymus Function
- Produces T lymphocytes (T cells) for cell-mediated immunity.
Lymph Follicle Structure & Function
- Structural and functional units in lymphoid organs.
- Rounded, basophilic masses composed mainly of B lymphocytes, with some T lymphocytes.
Lymph Node Structure & Function
- Stroma: Capsule and trabeculae.
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Parenchyma: Cortex and medulla.
- Cortex: Lymphatic follicles (containing B cells).
- Medulla: Medullary cords containing lymphocytes and plasma cells.
- Function: Lymph filtration, immune responses.
Spleen Structure & Function
- Stroma: Capsule and trabeculae.
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Parenchyma: White pulp (lymphatic tissue) & red pulp (blood sinuses).
- White pulp: Contains lymphocytes, involved in immune responses.
- Red pulp: Blood filtering, removal of old/damaged red blood cells.
Tonsils Structure & Function
- Masses of lymphatic tissue in the mucous membrane of the throat.
- Mostly composed of lymphatic tissue, some epithelial tissue and lymphocytes.
- Function: Quick defense against ingested pathogens.
Palatine Tonsil Structure & Function
- Located in the oropharynx.
- Composed of non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium, lymphatic tissue and lymphocytes
- Function: Quick defense against ingested or inhaled pathogens through antibody formation.
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Test your knowledge on the lymphatic system, including its primary and secondary organs. This quiz covers the functions and structures of key components like the thymus, lymph nodes, and spleen. Challenge yourself to see how well you understand the role of the lymphatic system in maintaining health.
