Lymphatic Flashcards
1
Q
What are the primary lymphatic organs? What do they do?
A
Red bone marrow
Thymus gland
Production and education of Lymphocytes (T and B cells)
2
Q
What are the secondary lymphatic organs and what do they do?
A
Lymph nodes and spleen
These are the site of immune function.
Also includes lymph nodules(not organs)
3
Q
What are the functions of the lymph node capsule?
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4
Q
What are the functions of lymph node cortex?
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5
Q
What are the functions of lymph node cortical sinuses?
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6
Q
What are the functions of lymph node trabeculae?
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7
Q
What are the functions of lymphatic follicles?
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8
Q
What are the functions of lymph medulla?
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9
Q
What are the functions of lymph medullary sinuses?
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10
Q
What are the functions of lymph medullary cords. What is another name for medullary chords?
A
Lymphatic chords
