APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The process of collecting and returning excess fluid to your blood demonstrates the relationship between which of the following systems?
A
the lymphatic and cardiovascular systems
B
the lymphatic and respiratory systems
C
the cardiovascular and respiratory systems
D
the lymphatic, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The lymphatic system helps maintain fluid balance in the body by collecting excess fluid and particulate matter from tissues and depositing them in the bloodstream.

Detailed explanation-2: -As the interstitial fluid begins to accumulate, it is picked up and removed by tiny lymphatic vessels and returned to the blood. As soon as the interstitial fluid enters the lymph capillaries, it is called lymph. Returning the fluid to the blood prevents edema and helps to maintain normal blood volume and pressure.

Detailed explanation-3: -The cardiovascular and lymphatic are both integral parts of the circulatory system. The cardiovascular system basically moves blood throughout the body. While the lymphatic system is part of the circulatory system, comprising a network of conduits called lymphatic vessels.

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