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Which type of lymphatic tissue is characterized by a loose structure?
What is one of the primary functions of MALT (Mucosa Associated Lymphoid Tissue)?
Which of the following organs is classified as a lymphatic organ?
Which layer of the esophagus is composed of loose connective tissue with scattered lymphocytes?
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In the trachea, which type of epithelium is predominantly found in the lining?
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What structure bridges the gap between the free ends of C-shaped cartilages in the trachea?
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Which tissue type is NOT classified as lymphatic tissue?
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The submucosa of the esophagus contains which type of glands?
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What type of connective tissue is found in the capsule of the thymus?
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Which structure is characteristic of the medulla of the thymus?
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What type of lymphatic tissue is primarily found in the tonsils?
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What are the spaces within the tonsils called?
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What is the primary function of the lymph nodes?
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What type of connective tissue forms the capsule of a lymph node?
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Which lymphatic organ is partially encapsulated and has various lymphatic nodules?
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Which part of the thymus is known for being darkly basophilic with extensive lymphoblasts?
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What type of epithelium characterizes the lining of the trachea?
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What is the primary component of the lamina propria in the ileum?
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Where are Peyer's patches most numerous in the small intestine?
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What feature distinguishes the mucosa of the appendix?
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In which type of lymphoid nodule are aggregates of B cells found?
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What characteristic feature is found in secondary lymphoid nodules?
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Which structure is NOT associated with the lining of the trachea?
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What describes the submucosa in the trachea?
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What type of connective tissue primarily forms the capsule of a lymph node?
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Which region of the spleen is primarily involved in the filtration of blood?
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In which layer of the lymph node are the lymphatic nodules primarily located?
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Which structure in the spleen is responsible for carrying blood vessels into the pulp?
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What are the elongated cells lining the splenic sinusoids called?
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Which part of the lymph node contains a high concentration of T lymphocytes?
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The central arteriole in the white pulp is surrounded by which structure?
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Which of the following statements about subcapsular sinuses in a lymph node is correct?
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Study Notes
Lymphatic Tissues
- Esophagus and Trachea have loose lymphatic tissue.
- Ileum and Appendix have dense and nodular lymphatic tissues.
- Lymphoid Nodules/ Lymphoid Follicles are compact, circumscribed aggregates of B cells
- Primary lymphoid nodule: aggregates of uniform cell density and staining
- Secondary lymphoid nodule: aggregates with larger, more euchromatic cells centrally, containing a germinal center (a central, pale staining portion) and a mantle (a dark staining portion)
Lymphatic Organs
- Thymus is divided into a cortex and medulla
- The cortex is darkly basophilic and contains extensive lymphoblasts, also called thymocytes
- The medulla is lightly stained and contains structures called Hassall's corpuscles or thymic corpuscles, which are characteristic features of the thymus.
- The mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) is a type of lymphatic tissue found in the mucous membranes of the body
- Lymph Nodes have a capsule and a trabeculae composed of dense irregular CT
- Subcapsular sinuses lie underneath the capsule and drain lymph to the marginal sinuses.
- The lymph node has a cortex, paracortex and medulla
- The cortex contains lymphatic nodules (primary and secondary nodules/follicles)
- The paracortex lacks lymphatic nodules and is rich in T cells
- The medulla has medullary cords and medullary sinuses
- Tonsils:
- Partially encapsulated.
- Lined by stratified squamous epithelium (SSE)
- Contain numerous lymphatic nodules and spaces called tonsillar crypts.
- Spleen:
- Has a capsule made of fibroelastic dense irregular connective tissue and smooth muscle.
- The capsule sends out trabeculae that penetrate the pulp and carry blood vessels.
- Two regions: red pulp and white pulp
- Red pulp
- Contains splenic cords/Billroth cords made up of macrophages and blood cells of all kinds.
- Also contains splenic sinusoids, which are lined by elongated cells called Stave cells.
- White pulp
- Contains lymphatic nodules (primary and secondary nodules/follicles) and a central arteriole surrounded by periarteriolar lymphatic sheath (PALS), which is made up of T lymphocytes.
- Red pulp
Esophagus
- The esophagus consists of four layers: mucosa, submucosa, tunica muscularis, and tunica adventitia.
- The mucosa is made up of: a lining epithelium (stratified squamous non-keratinized epithelium), a lamina propria (loose connective tissue with scattered lymphocytes), and a muscularis mucosa (smooth muscle).
- The submucosa contains deep esophageal glands.
Trachea
- The trachea lining epithelium is pseudostratified columnar ciliated epithelium with goblet cells (PCCE with GC).
- The trachea contains tracheal glands (tubuloalveolar mixed glands) located in the submucosa and trachealis muscle (smooth muscle) between the free ends of C-shaped cartilages.
- The trachea is made of hyaline cartilage.
Ileum
- The ileum has villi and Peyer's Patches which are most numerous in the distal portion.
- The ileum has a mucosa, submucosa, tunica muscularis, and tunica adventitia.
- Mucosa: consists of a simple columnar epithelium, a lamina propria with dense and nodular lymphatic tissue (Peyer's patches), and a muscularis mucosa.
Appendix
- Appendix is a segment of the large intestines (colon) that has the most numerous aggregates of lymphatic nodules.
- The appendix has a mucosa, submucosa, tunica muscularis, and tunica adventitia.
- Mucosa: consists of simple columnar epithelium with goblet cells, a lamina propria with dense and nodular lymphatic tissue, intestinal glands and appendiceal crypts.
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Test your knowledge on lymphatic tissues and organs with this quiz. Explore the characteristics of different lymphoid nodules and organs such as the thymus and lymph nodes. Understand the structure and function of MALT and the unique features of lymphoid structures.
