APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the lymph nodes that are surrounding the intestines to help get rid of unwanted bacteria in the abdominal region called?
A
inguinal lymph nodes
B
iliac lymph nodes
C
axillary lymph nodes
D
peyer’s patch
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Peyer’s patches: These are small masses of lymphatic tissue in the mucous membrane that lines your small intestine. These lymphoid cells monitor and destroy bacteria in the intestines.

Detailed explanation-2: -Peyer’s patches (PPs) are a series of small lymphoid organs situated in the wall of the small intestine.

Detailed explanation-3: -Peyer’s patches are small masses of lymphatic tissue found throughout the ileum region of the small intestine. Also known as aggregated lymphoid nodules, they form an important part of the immune system by monitoring intestinal bacteria populations and preventing the growth of pathogenic bacteria in the intestines.

Detailed explanation-4: -The gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT) consists of isolated or aggregated lymphoid follicles forming Peyer’s patches (PPs). By their ability to transport luminal antigens and bacteria, PPs can be considered as the immune sensors of the intestine.

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