Lymphatic system Flashcards
What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?
To help protect the body from infection and disease.
True or False: The lymphatic system is a one-way system that moves fluid from tissues to the bloodstream.
True
What are the primary components of the lymphatic system?
Lymph nodes, lymphatic vessels, and lymph.
Where are lymph nodes primarily located in the body?
Neck, armpits, groin, and abdomen.
What is the fluid that circulates through the lymphatic system called?
Lymph
What is the function of lymph nodes?
To filter and trap bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens.
True or False: Lymph nodes are the only structures involved in the lymphatic system.
False
What is the role of the spleen in the lymphatic system?
To filter blood and help fight infection.
What is the purpose of lymphatic vessels?
To transport lymph fluid throughout the body.
What is the main difference between lymph and blood?
Lymph does not contain red blood cells.
What is the function of the thymus gland in the lymphatic system?
To produce T-lymphocytes (T cells) for the immune system.
What is the largest organ in the lymphatic system?
The spleen
What is the purpose of the tonsils in the lymphatic system?
To help fight off infections that are ingested or inhaled.
True or False: The lymphatic system plays a role in the absorption of fats from the digestive system.
True
What is the function of lymphatic capillaries?
To collect excess tissue fluid and proteins for return to the bloodstream.
What is the term for the process by which lymphocytes recognize and respond to antigens?
Immune response
What is the primary type of white blood cell involved in the lymphatic system?
Lymphocytes
True or False: Lymph nodes can become swollen and tender when fighting infection.
True
What is the function of the lymphatic system in relation to cancer?
To help spread cancer cells to other parts of the body.
What is the main difference between lymph and interstitial fluid?
Lymph is contained within lymphatic vessels, while interstitial fluid is found between cells.
What is the role of the lymphatic system in maintaining fluid balance in the body?
To return excess tissue fluid back to the bloodstream.
What is the term for the process by which lymphocytes mature and differentiate into specialized cells?
Lymphopoiesis
What is the function of the lymphatic system in relation to the immune response?
To help coordinate the body’s immune response to pathogens.
What is the main function of lymphatic vessels in the digestive system?
To transport fats absorbed from the intestines.
