lymphatic system Flashcards
1
Q
lymphatic vessels join to form a large ___________ in the posterior chest, which then delivers the fluid into the left subclavian vein
A
thracic duct
2
Q
________, _______, and __________ make up a lymph node
A
lymphatic channel
artery
vein
3
Q
what is the purpose of lymph nodes?
A
provide a space for the cells of the immune system to be exposed to possible pathogens
4
Q
the lymphatic system transport ________ from the digestive system into the bloodstream
A
fats
5
Q
_________ are small lymphatic vessels that are located at the center of each vollus in the small intestine
A
lacteals
6
Q
fats packaged into _________ enter lacteals for transport
A
chylomicrons
7
Q
B cells proliferate and mature in the lymph nodes in collections called _________
A
germinal centers
8
Q
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