The Lymphatic System Flashcards
The lymphatic system is a major component of the immune system. Offers a method of transporting pathogen-fighting lymph and removing byproducts of infectious processes for excretion
What is the structure and function of the lymphatic system?
Network of organs, lymph nodes and lymph vessels that make and move lymph fluid from tissues into the bloodstream
What does a spleen do?
Removes old red blood cells
What is a thymus?
Where T lymphocytes (T-cells) mature
What is bone marrow?
Generates lymphocytes
What do tonsils and adenoids do?
Filter bacteria and viruses
What is Lymph fluid?
Colorless liquid, rich with white blood cells called lymphocytes. They attack bacteria in the blood
What are Lymph nodes?
Bean-shaped structures that filter out bacteria and viruses from the lymph fluid. Swollen lymph nodes is often a sign of infection
What is the number of lymph nodes in the human body?
600
Lymph nodes in the face and neck
Buccal description
In cheek area, drain the cheeks
Lymph nodes in the face and neck
Parotid description
In front of ears above the jaws. Drain the scalp, upper face, eyelids, nose and cheeks
Lymph nodes in the face and neck
Mastoid description
Behind the ears, drain the scalp
Lymph nodes in the face and neck
Deep Cervical description
Deep within the neck and form a chain along the neck
