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
3
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Lymph
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A clear, watery fluid that is formed from interstitial fluid
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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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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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