Lymphatic System Flashcards by Taylor Loberg

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Functions of the lymphatic system

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Reabsorbs extra fluid and returns it to the blood
Identifies harmful matter and activates immune response
Absorbs dietary lipids in the small intestine

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How does the immune system function and how is it related to the lymphatic system?

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Major components of the lymphatic system

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Lymph
Lymphatic vessels
Lymphoid tissue
Lymphoid organs

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Define pathogen

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Any virus, bacteria, fungi, and other microbes that cause disease

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What do lymphatic vessels carry and why?

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They carry lymph for the function of fluid recovery, immune surveillance, and lipid absorption

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