ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

IMMUNE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?
A
collect lost fluids from the blood
B
filter out bad, harmful things
C
fight off infections and sickness
D
all options are correct
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Note: From all the options given, drain excess tissue fluid, transport lymphocyte and antibodies and transport absorbed fat are the functions of lymph since there is presence of WBCs in lymph but these do not function to transport RBCs.

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: The lymphatic system is involved in the removal of excess fluid from tissues, absorption of fats and defending the body against infection by pathogens. However, it plays no role in the distribution of oxygen and nutrients to the tissues.

Detailed explanation-3: -Your lymphatic system, part of your immune system, has many functions. They include protecting your body from illness-causing invaders, maintaining body fluid levels, absorbing digestive tract fats and removing cellular waste.

Detailed explanation-4: -managing the fluid levels in the body. reacting to bacteria. dealing with cancer cells. dealing with cell products that otherwise would result in disease or disorders. absorbing some of the fats in our diet from the intestine.

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