Lymphatic tissues and organs Flashcards
What do lymphatic tissue contain
Lymphocytes
macrophages
other cells
What is encapsulated lymphatic tissue associated with?
Digestive
Respiratory
Urinary
Reproductive system
Examples of compact lymphatic nodules
Tonsils
Appendix
Examples of encapsulated lymphatic organs
lymph nodes
thymus
spleen
Where are lymph nodes located?
In groups or chains along lymphatic vessels
What is hilum?
Part of lymphatic vessel where blood vessels, nerves and efferent lymphatic vessels enter or exit
Where does afferent lymphatic vessels enter
on the convex surface
What are lymph nodes covered with?
Connective tissue capsule
What do lymph nodes divide into?
lymphatic nodules and spaces called sinuses
What do macrophages and lymphocytes do in lymph nodes?
Filter the lymph as it flows through them-removing many pathogens
What does filtered lymph leave lymph node through?
efferent lymphatic vessels
Where is lymph nodes located?
Found in CNS
Where are there lots of lymph nodes
Thoracic
pelvic
abdominal
