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Exam 1/2 Anatomy and Physiology: Lymphatic System

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This deck covers key concepts of the lymphatic system, including its components, functions, and related anatomy.

The main function of the _____ is to remove bacteria and worn out or damaged erythrocytes and platelets.

Spleen
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Definition
The main function of the _____ is to remove bacteria and worn out or damaged erythrocytes and platelets.
Spleen
What are the components of the lymphatic system?
Lymph, lymphocytes, lymph nodes, tonsils, spleen, thymus
The ____ system carries fluid away from tissues.
Lymphatic
In cases of abdominal trauma, the _____ is the most commonly injured organ.
Spleen
Where are inguinal nodes found?
Groin
In the lymphatic system, what is the function of the thymus?
Creation of lymphocytes

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TermDefinition
The main function of the _____ is to remove bacteria and worn out or damaged erythrocytes and platelets.
Spleen
What are the components of the lymphatic system?
Lymph, lymphocytes, lymph nodes, tonsils, spleen, thymus
The ____ system carries fluid away from tissues.
Lymphatic
In cases of abdominal trauma, the _____ is the most commonly injured organ.
Spleen
Where are inguinal nodes found?
Groin
In the lymphatic system, what is the function of the thymus?
Creation of lymphocytes
____ cell lymphocytes identify foreign substance in body.
T
The lymphatic system starts where?
Thymus
What are the three roles of the lymphatic system?
maintain fluid balance in tissues; absorb fats from the GI track; Immune system of the body
Lymph is in everything except?
CNS, bone marrow