exam 3 lymphatic system Flashcards
1
Q
define capillary level
A
fluid pushed out of vessels and into tissues
interstitial fluid: fluid within tissues, outside cells
2
Q
define lymph
A
interstitial fluid picked up by the lymphatic system
3
Q
what does the lymphatic system
A
consists of lymph vessels, lymphatic tissues and organs
4
Q
function of lymphatic system
A
return interstitial fluid back to blood stream
- can initiate an immune response when necessary
