spleen and thymus gland Flashcards
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thymus gland
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located in between lungs in mediastinum; aids in immunity response and make t cells to remember and fight unwanted material
2
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spleen
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located in upper left quadrant of abdomen; destroys worn-out RBC, stores blood and activates lymphocytes
3
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tolerance
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t-cells recognize the body’s antigens as “self” decreasing risk immune system to attack own body
4
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leukocytes
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neutrophils, monocytes, macrophages are all phagocytes
5
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phagocytes
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“eating” or “swallowing” cells
6
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lymphoid organs
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lymph nodes, spleen, thymus gland, tonsils, and adenoid produce lymphocytes and antibodies
