ANATOMY
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Try to remove pathogens before they enter the body
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Try to produce lymphocytes
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The tonsils are part of the body’s immune system. Because of their location at the throat and palate, they can stop germs entering the body through the mouth or the nose. The tonsils also contain a lot of white blood cells, which are responsible for killing germs.
Detailed explanation-2: -Most cases of tonsillitis are caused by a viral infection, such as the viruses that cause the common cold or flu virus (influenza). Some cases can also be caused by a bacterial infection, typically a strain of bacteria called group A streptococcus bacteria.
Detailed explanation-3: -They trap bacteria and viruses which you breathe in through your nose. They contain cells and antibodies of the immune system to help prevent throat and lung infections. Although tonsils and adenoids may help to prevent infection, they are not considered to be very important.
Detailed explanation-4: -Streptococcus, or strep, bacteria. These germs are the most common cause. Adenoviruses. Epstein-Barr virus, which causes infectious mononucleosis. Herpes simplex virus. Cytomegalovirus. Measles virus.