APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The largest of lymphatic structure is the:
A
lymph
B
lymph nodes
C
spleen
D
lymph vessels
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The spleen is located in the abdominal (tummy) area on the left side, just under the diaphragm. It is the largest of our lymphatic organs. The spleen does many things as it filters and monitors our blood. It contains a range of cells, including macrophages – the body’s garbage trucks.

Detailed explanation-2: -It’s part of the lymphatic system (which is part of the immune system). The spleen stores and filters blood and makes white blood cells that protect you from infection. Many diseases and conditions can affect how the spleen works.

Detailed explanation-3: -The spleen is a fist-sized organ found in the upper left side of your abdomen, next to your stomach and behind your left ribs.

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