Lymphatic system Flashcards
1
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lymph nodes
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- small, glandular structures concentrated in the neck, axilla and groin
- produce and store lymphocytes
- home to macrophages that filter lymph
2
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lymph nodules
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- masses of lymphoid tissue comprised of macrophages and lymphocytes
- lymph nodules are not encapsulated like lymph nodes
3
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thymus
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- located posterior to the sternum
- thymus is large in children
- shrinks after adolescence
- responsible for production and maturation of T-cells
4
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spleen
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- largest lymphoid organ
- located in the ULQ
- home to macrophages that filter blood
5
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interstitial fluid
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- tissue fluid found between cells
- once collected and filtered, called lymph
6
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antibody
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protein the body creates in response to specific antigens
7
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immunoglobulin
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antibodies
8
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B-Cells
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type of lymphocyte that recognizes antigens and responds by turning into plasma cells. Then creates antibodies against specific antigens with plasma cells
9
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T-Cells
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type of lymphocyte that can recognize antigens and attaches them to attack the invading cells directly
10
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Monocytes
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engulf and destroy pathogens that have been coagulated with antibodies
