Lymphatic System 1-8 Flashcards
1
Q
cyt / cyte
A
cell
2
Q
osis
A
condition; disease
3
Q
path / patho
A
disease
4
Q
lymph
A
clear fluid
5
Q
oma
A
tumor
6
Q
itis
A
inflamation
7
Q
After interstitial fluid passes into lymph vessels it is called _________
A
Lymph
8
Q
Lymph Components
A
- Lymph is mostly water, but it contains a higher volume of metabolic waste and cellular debris the interstitial fluid.
- Lymphocytes (WBC) are also added to lymph as it passes through the lymph nodes.
9
Q
Lymph Vessels
A
- Starts with a smaller vessels that gradually empty into larger and larger lymph vessels.
- Have openings with anchor filaments that allow fluid to enter the lymph system.
10
Q
Primary Lymph Vessels
A
- Have valves that only allow lymph to flow one way.
2. Have lymph nodes located in intervals along the way.
11
Q
Lymph trunks empty into either the ________________ or the ____________.
A
Right Lymphatic - 1/4 the body
Thoracic Duct - 3/4 the body
12
Q
Right Lymphatic Duct
A
Returns fluid from the upper right quadrant.
13
Q
Thoracic Duct
A
Returns fluid from the other 3/4 of the body.
14
Q
Cisterna Chyli
A
Is a collecting well for the lymph from the lower extremities.
15
Q
How many lymph nodes are there approximately?
A
600
