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PARTS OF THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM, Also called lymphatic fluid, it's a…
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Also called lymphatic fluid, it's a clear and extra fluix that drains from the cells and tissues that isn't reabsorbed in the capillaries with other substances (mineral salts, proteins, fats...). Lymph also transport lymphocytes.
Are glands thta clean and control the lymph as it filters through them. Filters damaged cells, cancer cells, store lymphocytes and other immune system cells. They are connected by the lymphatic vessels.
Is a network of capillaries and large tubes located all over the body that transport the lymph, filters it and goes through the body away from tissues. They work like veins.
Empty the lymph into the right lymphatic duct and the left lymphatic duct. They are connected to the subclavian vein that returns the lymph to our bloodstream.
Filters and stores blood and produces white blood cells that fight infection or disease. Is located on your left side under your ribs and above your stomach.
Matures a specific type of white blood cell that fights off foreign organisms. Located in the upper chest beneath the breast bone.
Trap pathogens from the food you eat and air you breathe.They are our body’s first line of defense against foreign invaders.
It contains lymphoid tissue that can destroy bacteria before it breaches the intestine wall during absorption.
Are small masses of lymphatic tissue in the mucous membrane that lines your small intestine. They monitor and destroy bacteria in the intestines.
White blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets are made in the bone marrow. Is a spongy tissue in the center of certain bones, such as the hip bone and breastbone.
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