ANATOMY
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
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arteries, veins, heart
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skeleton
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thymus, lymph nodes
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head shoulders feet and toes
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Detailed explanation-1: -The lymphatic system is composed of: Primary lymphoid organs: These organs include the bone marrow and the thymus. They create special immune system cells called lymphocytes.
Detailed explanation-2: -The thymus is in a part of the chest called the mediastinum, the space in the chest between the lungs that also contains the heart, part of the aorta, the esophagus (the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach), part of the trachea (windpipe), and many lymph nodes.
Detailed explanation-3: -Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped organs that filter substances in your body. Cells that help fight infections make up your lymph nodes along with lymph tissue.
Detailed explanation-4: -Spleen: This largest lymphatic organ is located on your left side under your ribs and above your stomach. Thymus: This organ is located in the upper chest beneath the breast bone. Tonsils and adenoid: These lymphoid organs trap pathogens from the food you eat and the air you breathe. More items •23-Feb-2020