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What is the primary function of the lymphatic system in relation to the body's defense?
To remove excess water and debris from the body
What is the name of the fluid that originates from blood and fills the spaces between the body's cells?
Lymph
What is the function of the lymph nodes in the body?
To filter lymph and remove pathogens
What is the term for the connection between the lymphatic system and the cardiovascular system?
Lymphatic circulation
What is the role of macrophages in the lymph nodes?
To engulf and remove foreign substances
Where do the lymph vessels ultimately lead to?
The large veins of the neck
What is the function of the spleen in the lymphatic system?
To recognize and destroy old or abnormal blood cells
What is the main function of the thymus gland?
To develop immature lymphocytes into T cells
What is the primary function of the immune system?
To defend the body against disease
What is the main difference between endocrine glands and exocrine glands?
Endocrine glands secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream, while exocrine glands have ducts
What is the function of B cells in the immune system?
To attack bacteria and other microorganisms
What is the function of the parathyroid gland?
To regulate levels of calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium in blood and bones
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