Lymphatic System Overview
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What is the function of the lymphatic system?

  • To transport oxygen to the cells
  • To regulate body temperature
  • To recirculate interstitial fluid from the tissues (correct)
  • To remove carbon dioxide from the body
  • Where does interstitial fluid enter at the beginning of the fluid-return process?

  • Lymph capillaries (correct)
  • Arteries
  • Lymph nodes
  • Veins
  • What is the composition of lymph compared to blood plasma?

  • It contains more red blood cells than blood plasma
  • It is identical to blood plasma
  • It contains less proteins than blood plasma
  • It is generally similar to blood plasma (correct)
  • What does lymph transport from the digestive system to the blood?

    <p>Fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be transported via lymph channels to lymph nodes?

    <p>Metastatic cancer cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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