Lymphatic System Flashcards
Define Lymphatic System
A system of vessels thats drains excess fluid from the tissues.
What does the Lymphatic System Consist of?
-A network of lymph capillaries joined to larger lymph vessels.
-Lymph nodes (located along the length of soe lymph vessels).
Define Intercellular Fluid
Fluid between the cells.
What is Lymph?
Fluid that circulates through the lymphatic vessels before returning to the blood.
Flow Chart of the Movement of Lymph from Blood Capillaries to Veins in the Upper Chest
Blood capillaries - lymphatic capillaries - lymphatic vessels - lymph nodes - lymphatic duct - subclarian veins.
What is the Function of the Lymphatic System?
To collect some of the fluid that escapes from the blood capillaries and return it to the circulatory system.
Describe the Role of Lymph Nodes in Protecting the Body Against Forgein Bodies?
Filter out harmful substances and waste product and trapping them.
