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What type of epithelium lines the palatine tonsils?

  • Simple Cuboidal Epithelium
  • Transitional Epithelium
  • Stratified Squamous Epithelium (correct)
  • Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium

    • Which of the following statements about the blood supply to the tonsils is accurate?

  • Blood is supplied exclusively by the jugular vein.
  • Tonsils receive a dual blood supply from the aorta.
  • The carotid artery only provides collateral supply.
  • The tonsillar branch of the facial artery provides blood supply. (correct)

    • What is the lymphatic drainage of the palatine tonsils?

  • Tonsillar or jugulodigastric node (correct)
  • Thoracic duct
  • Submandibular node
  • Cervical lymph nodes

    • At what stage of development do lymphatic nodules in the palatine tonsils begin to form?

    <p>20th week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the tonsils during late puberty?

    <p>Progressive atrophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of tonsil mentioned in the document?

    <p>Soft palate tonsils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the tonsils described in terms of their anatomical structure?

    <p>Large, irregular masses of lymphoid tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature distinguishes the tonsils from other lymphoid tissues?

    <p>Partially encapsulated structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Hodgkin Disease from other types of lymphomas?

    <p>Presence of Reed-Sternberg cells in lymph nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a clinical presentation of lymphomas?

    <p>Lymphadenopathy and splenomegaly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs to yellow bone marrow under conditions such as severe bleeding or hypoxia?

    <p>It reverts to red bone marrow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the thymus in the immune system?

    <p>Maturation of T lymphocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is yellow bone marrow characterized in terms of cellular structure?

    <p>Filled with adipocytes and lacks most hemopoietic cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All lymphomas are considered malignant due to their ability to:

    <p>Easily spread throughout the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At which stage does the connection between the neural crest and the thymus primarily contribute to its structure?

    <p>6th week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is secreted by Hassal’s corpuscles in the thymus?

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

    What role does the macrophage play in the bone marrow?

    <p>It breaks down older, defective erythrocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about thymocyte maturation is NOT true?

    <p>Maturation continues to occur primarily during childhood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification scheme of lymphomas based on grade?

    <p>Classified as high and low grade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily found in red blood marrow as blood cells mature?

    <p>Sinusoidal capillaries and reticular connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure divides the thymus into several lobules?

    <p>Fibrous capsule and trabeculae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cell migrates from the bone marrow to become mature T lymphocytes?

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

    What happens to the size and composition of the thymus during involution?

    <p>Decreases in size and increases in fat content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cell type secretes thymopoeitin, contributing to T cell maturation?

    <p>Epithelial reticular cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the germinal centers located within the secondary nodules?

    <p>Location for B cell proliferation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structures are primarily found in the paracortex region of the lymph node?

    <p>Dendritic cells and T cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cellular composition of primary lymphoid nodules?

    <p>Small, immature B lymphocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the capsule of a lymph node play?

    <p>Provides structural support and protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about lymphoid tissue is accurate?

    <p>The thymus arises from both mesoderm and endoderm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the mucosal immunity in the respiratory tract?

    <p>It includes IgA-secreting plasma cells among other immune cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the subcapsular area of the lymph node?

    <p>It is adjacent to the cortex and aids in filtering lymph.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What important process occurs in the secondary nodules after B cell activation?

    <p>Differentiation into memory B cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Mucosa Associated Lymphatic Tissue (MALT)?

    <p>To provide a defense against invading pathogens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The lumen of lymphoid nodes is described as being:

    <p>Irregular and almost collapsed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of trabeculae in the lymph node structure?

    <p>They support the capsule's structural integrity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lymphocyte predominantly resides in the cortex of the lymph node?

    <p>B cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the thymus from other lymphoid organs?

    <p>It originates from both mesoderm and endoderm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does MALT aid in the immune response?

    <p>By containing large networks of lymphocytes and APCs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT typically found in the mucosal connective tissues of MALT?

    <p>Red blood cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The diversity of immune cells in MALT primarily serves to:

    <p>Enhance the adaptive immune response against specific pathogens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Lymphatic Tissues and Organs

    • Lymphoid tissue is embryonically derived mainly from mesoderm, except for the thymus, which derives from mesoderm and endoderm.
    • Mucosa Associated Lymphatic Tissue (MALT) is present in digestive, respiratory, and genitourinary tracts, protecting against pathogen invasion.
    • MALT contains lymphocytes, IgA-secreting plasma cells, antigen-presenting cells (APCs), and lymphoid nodules.

    Palatine Tonsils

    • Formed from the endoderm of the second pharyngeal pouch by the 5th week of development.
    • Mesoderm contributes to the stroma of the palatine tonsils.
    • By the 20th week, lymphatic nodules begin to form.
    • Tonsils are large, irregular lymphoid masses located in the mucosa of the posterior oral cavity and nasopharynx.
    • Tonsillar crypts open through pits lined with stratified squamous epithelium.

    Tonsils Key Features

    • Relationships:
      • Blood supply from tonsillar branch of the facial artery;
      • Venous drainage via paratonsillar vein.
    • Lymphatic drainage occurs through tonsillar or jugulodigastric nodes.
    • Tonsils play a role in forming Waldeyer’s ring, an aggregation of lymphatic tissue at the oropharynx entrance.
    • Almond-shaped, measuring 1-2.5 cm, partially encapsulated with no afferent lymphatic vessels.
    • Packed with B cells that activate upon encountering antigens and transition to secondary nodules.

    Lymphoid Nodules and Follicles

    • Dense aggregates of lymphocytes in unencapsulated spherical clusters.
    • Types:
      • Primary nodules: Contain immature B lymphocytes.
      • Secondary nodules: Contain germinal centers and mantle zones, sites for B cell proliferation.

    Thymus

    • Central organ for T cell production, located anteriorly to the mediastinum.
    • Developmental timeline includes:
      • 4th week: Endoderm from 3rd pouch proliferates.
      • 6th week: Neural crest-derived connective tissue forms capsules.
      • 12th week: Cortex and medulla develop in thymic lobes.
    • Function includes antigen-independent maturation of T lymphocytes (thymocytes), facilitated by thymosin and thymopoeitin secreted by epithelial reticular cells.
    • Involves two selection processes during T cell maturation.

    Lymphomas

    • Malignant localized lymphocyte disorders, often in lymph nodes, presenting as solid tumors.
    • Common symptoms include lymphadenopathy, splenomegaly, hepatomegaly, fever, weight loss, and malaise.
    • Classified into high and low grade; all are considered malignant due to potential for widespread dissemination.

    Hodgkin Disease (HD)

    • A major type of lymphoma characterized by Reed-Sternberg cells in lymph nodes.
    • It can lead to extensive lymphatic system involvement and may present with similar symptoms as other lymphomas.

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