The Lymphatic System Overview
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What is the primary role of the tonsils?

  • Produce T-cells
  • Trap pathogens entering the oral cavity (correct)
  • Filter lymph fluid
  • Store red blood cells

Which component of the lymphatic system is primarily responsible for the development of T-cells?

  • Lymph nodes
  • Spleen
  • Bone marrow
  • Thymus (correct)

What is the main function of the white pulp in the spleen?

  • Transport lymph fluid
  • Generate antibodies and filter antibody-coated bacteria (correct)
  • Store platelets
  • Destroy old blood cells

Where are lymph nodes primarily located?

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What role do dendritic cells play in the lymphatic system?

<p>Alert T and B cells about pathogens (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Peyer's patches associated with?

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Which part of the spleen is responsible for filtering blood and destroying old blood cells?

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What is a key feature of the lymphatic vessels?

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What do lymph nodes contain that contributes to their immune response?

<p>Dendritic cells and T-cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the spleen store for emergencies?

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What is the main reason the lymphatic system does not require a pump?

<p>It uses the contraction of smooth muscles in lymph vessels. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a lymphatic trunk?

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What role do lacteals serve in the lymphatic system?

<p>They carry nutrient-rich chylomicrons from the intestines. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?

<p>To maintain fluid balance in the body (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the smooth muscle in lymph vessels contracts?

<p>It aids in the external pressure needed for fluid movement. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much interstitial fluid is typically not reabsorbed back into the capillaries each day?

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Which duct is located at the junction of the right jugular vein and right subclavian vein?

<p>Right lymphatic duct (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What structure allows lymphatic capillaries to stay flexible and maintain their shape?

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How do lymphoid organs contribute to the immune system?

<p>They remove foreign materials from lymph. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tissue is described as a loose arrangement of lymphoid cells and proteins?

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What happens to the mini-valves of lymphatic capillaries when pressure in the interstitial space is greater than inside the capillary?

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Which types of molecules does the lymphatic system help to transport into the blood?

<p>Hormones and lipids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the lymphatic system aid in delivering during a meal?

<p>Nutrients (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate daily volume of fluid that seeps out of capillaries into the interstitial space?

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Which of the following statements about the lymphatic system is true?

<p>Smooth muscles in lymph vessels are stimulated by artery movement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of fluid does the lymphatic system collect and return to the circulation?

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What are chylomicrons responsible for transporting?

<p>Fatty acids from the intestines. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the lymphatic system is true?

<p>It aids in immune surveillance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do collagen filaments play in the lymphatic system?

<p>They maintain the transport pathways. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of fluid flow within the lymphatic system?

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Flashcards

Lymph

Fluid that circulates within the lymphatic system.

Key roles of the lymphatic system

Returns fluids, helps large molecules enter blood, aids in immune surveillance.

Interstitial fluid

Fluid located between cells; includes water and proteins.

Lymphatic capillaries

Small vessels that absorb excess interstitial fluid and proteins.

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Mini-valves in lymphatic capillaries

One-way valves that control fluid entry based on pressure.

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Fluid reabsorption

Process by which capillaries take up most of the fluid released into tissues.

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Volume of fluid seepage

Approximately 20 liters of fluid seeps out daily from capillaries.

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Lymphatic system and blood volume

Maintains consistent blood volume by returning collected lymph.

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One-way valves function

Allow fluid to enter when external pressure is higher than internal pressure.

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Fluid movement direction

Lymphatic system has unidirectional flow towards the heart.

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Lymphatic System Function

A system that transports lymph fluid without a central pump.

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Lymph Vessel Contraction

Smooth muscle contractions in vessels help move lymph fluid.

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Lymphatic Trunks

Major lymph collecting vessels including lumbar, bronchomediastinal, subclavian, jugular, and intestinal.

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Right Lymphatic Duct

A duct that drains lymph fluid from the right upper body.

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Thoracic Duct

The main duct for lymph drainage from the left side of the body.

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Lymph Movement Aid

Muscle contractions and external pressure help lymph flow.

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Chylomicrons

Fatty molecules packaged for transport via lymph vessels after a meal.

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Lymphoid Organs

Organs that help filter out foreign material from lymph.

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Diffused Lymphoid Tissue

A loose collection of lymphoid cells in mucosal areas.

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Role of Lymphatics

Carries larger molecules like hormones to the bloodstream.

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Lymph Nodes

Small, round structures packed with lymphoid cells; filter harmful substances.

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Tonsils

Lymphoid tissue forming a ring around the throat; trap pathogens in the mouth.

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Lymphatic System Components

Includes adenoids, tonsils, lymph vessels, bone marrow, spleen, and thymus.

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Thymus

Organ where T-cells develop and dysfunctional ones are destroyed.

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Spleen Functions

Contains red pulp (filters blood) and white pulp (generates antibodies).

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Red Pulp of Spleen

Filters blood and removes old/defective blood cells.

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White Pulp of Spleen

Filters out antibody-coated bacteria; site for antibody creation.

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Pathogen Entry

Pathogens can enter body tissues and drain into lymphatic vessels.

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Dendritic Cells

Antigen-presenting cells that activate T and B-cells during infections.

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Peyer's Patches

Cluster of lymphoid tissue located along the intestinal wall.

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Study Notes

The Lymphatic System

  • Lymph - fluid that flows through the lymphatic system
  • Key roles of the lymphatic system
    • It returns fluids from the tissues back to the heart
    • It helps large molecules enter the blood (e.g. hormones and lipids)
    • It helps with immune surveillance to aid in fighting infections

Daily approximate fluid volume

  • Everyday approximately 20 liters of fluid (water and proteins) seeps out of capillaries - becoming part of the interstitial fluid between cells
  • Approximately 3 liters are therefore left behind in the interstitial fluid
  • The lymphatic system collects the remaining interstitial fluid and returns it to the blood, maintaining a consistent blood volume over time.

Lymphatic Capillaries

  • The lymphatic system isn't a closed loop
  • Fluid and proteins are absorbed into the lymphatic capillaries
  • Lymphatic capillaries are the smallest lymphatic vessels
  • They are located within the interstitial space
  • Their walls are made of endothelial cells that loosely overlap - forming one way mini-valves

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Explore the key functions and components of the lymphatic system in this quiz. Learn about lymph, fluid volume, and the role of lymphatic capillaries in maintaining blood consistency. Test your understanding of how this vital system supports the body's immune functions.

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