Lymphatic System Flashcards
Lymphatic system consists of a network of lymph vessels _ and _
Organs
Specialized cells
Works with cardiovascular system to transport fluid called _ around body
Lymph
Lymph is clear, watery fluid containing _ (2)
Electrolytes
Proteins
Electrolytes and proteins derived from blood and _
Bathes body’s tissue
_ found in lymph
Lymphocytes
(Type of white blood cell)
_ move lymph along vessels
Contractions of muscles around lymph vessels
Lymphatic system composed of lymph nodes, lymphatic vessels, _ and _
Lymphoid cells
Lymphoid tissues
Lymph nodes lie around the route of lymphatic vessels and _
Filter lymph
Lymphatic vessels are small capillaries leading to _
Larger vessels
Lymphatic vessels eventually drain lymph into _
Veins
Lymphoid cells are _
Lymphocytes (white blood cells)
Lymphoid tissues are _
Organs scattered throughout body
Lymph tissue organs act as _ and play important role in immunity
Reservoirs for lymphoid cells
