function Flashcards
1
Q
4 functions of spleen
A
graveyard RBCs
matures/stores lymphocytes
filters blood - phagocytosis
storage of blood
2
Q
3 functions of lymphatic suystem
A
tissue drainage
absorption
immunity
3
Q
what affect does lymphatic system have on interstitial fluid
A
drains it back into bloodstream
maintaining fluid balance
4
Q
lymph moved by
A
lymphatic pump
skeletal muscle pump
respiratory pump
5
Q
where and what does lymph absorb
A
lacteals absorb in small intestines
fats
fat soluble vitamins
6
Q
immunity - which lymph organs produce/mature lymphocytes
A
lymph nodes
spleen
thymus
bone marrow
