Lymphatic system Flashcards

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In what two systems does the lymphatic system have roles? What are these roles?

A

Circulatory system: helps ensure that blood volume is maintained

Immune system: filters bacteria and other components from blood

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What do lymph vessels collect? Where did this come from?

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Lymph vessels collect excess tissue fluid

This came from proteins leaking from the blood in capillaries

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What is scattered throughout the lymphatic system? What do they do?

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Lymph nodes, filter out bacteria and foreign particles

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What does the spleen do?

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Filters, holds red and white blood cells for future use

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