lymphatic system Flashcards
1
Q
what is the lymphatic system needed for
A
helping the body fight infection
2
Q
it is made up of ________, _____ and _______
A
lymph vessels, nodes and organs
3
Q
what is lymph fluid
A
and clear fluid with white blood cells formed in blood plasma
4
Q
the lymph composition depends on the
A
location of the body, health of the animal and the diet of the animal
5
Q
where are lymph nodes found
A
along lymph vessels
6
Q
two lymph organs are
A
thymus and the spleen
7
Q
functions of the lymphatic system
A
returns intestinal fluid to the circulatory system, filters lymph to remove waste and toxic materials, produces and transports antibodies and lymphocyte
8
Q
three circulatory system disorders
A
mitral valve disease (MVD), heat murmur and con willebrand disease
