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What is the reticuloendothelial system?
A diffuse network of specialized cells found throughout the body
Where are Kupffer cells found?
Liver
What is the function of macrophages in the lungs?
To remove debris and pathogens inhaled from the air
What is the role of macrophages in the spleen?
To remove old or damaged red blood cells
Where are macrophages involved in the production and maturation of blood cells?
Bone marrow
What is the overall function of phagocytes in the body?
To defend against invaders and maintain a healthy internal environment
Learn about the reticuloendothelial system, a network of specialized cells found throughout the body, including the liver and spleen, and their role in filtering blood and removing foreign particles.
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