Lymphatic system histo Flashcards
1
Q
What are the largest lymphatic vessels called?
A
lymphatic ducts
2
Q
Do lymphatic vessels contain valves? why?
A
yes so don’t get back flow
- there is no pump for lymphatic sys so valves play important role in keeping lymph moving in right direction
- movement via mm
3
Q
Lymphatic follicule vs nodule
A
follicle = randomly dispersed (solitary lymph nodules) nodule = grouped together (ex: peyer's patch in ileum)
4
Q
Where would you find solitary lymph nodules?
A
mucosa of intestinal tract (very conspicuous in vermiform appendix)
5
Q
types of diffuse lymphatic tissue and lymphatic noduels
A
MALT = GLAT, BALT, NALT, VALT (vulvovaginal)
