Anatomy: Immune + Lymphatic System

Question 1

Lymph Nodules

Answer 1

not encapsulated
masses compromise of macrophages and lymphocytes

Question 2

Antibody = Immunoglobulins

Answer 2

protein created in response to specific antigens (foreign bodies)

Question 3

Spleen

Answer 3

Largest lymphoid organ
produces macrophages that filter the blood
LUQ

Question 4

T- Cell

Answer 4

recognizes antigens and attacks them by invading cell directly

Question 5

B- Cell

Answer 5

recognizes antigens and turns into plasma cells
plasma then creates antibodies to fight antigen

Question 6

Lymph Nodes

Answer 6

encapsulated
produce and store lymphocytes and macrophages that filter lymph

neck, axilla, and groin

Question 7

Macrophages

Answer 7

WBC that surrounds cells and kills microorganism
removes dead cells
simulates immune system

Question 8

Antigen

Answer 8

foreign substances with in the body

Question 9

Thymus

Answer 9

posterior to sternum
production and maturation of T- cells ( attacking cells)

Question 10

Interstitial Fluid

Answer 10

fluid between cells
once collected and filtered it is a lymph

Question 11

Function of the lymphatic system

Answer 11

prevent infection
activates the body defenses
produce B and T Cells