Lymphatic Sys Flashcards

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Functions of Lymph Sys (3)

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Fluid balance, fat absorption, and immunological defense

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Major Organs of Lymph Sys

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Spleen, thymus, lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes

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3
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Lymph

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A clear, watery fluid that is formed from interstitial fluid

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4
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Interstitial Fluid Diffusion

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90% of interstitial fluid diffuses back into the capillaries, 10% enters the lymphatic vessel

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5
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Lymph Capillaries

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Dead ends of lymph vessels

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Epithelial Cells

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Overlapping, line the lymph capillaries and allow fluid to enter

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