ANATOMY
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
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Question
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Which of the follow BEST describes the function of the lymphatic system?
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Drains excess blood from tissues into the subclavian arteries
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Drains excess fluid from tissues into the subclavian arteries
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Drains excess blood from tissues into the subclavian veins
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Drains excess fluid from tissues into the subclavian veins
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Extra fluid from tissue in the body drains into and flows through small lymph vessels. This fluid is filtered through the lymph nodes, and drains back into the bloodstream. There are lymph nodes throughout your body, but mainly in the neck, armpits, groin and tummy (abdomen).
Detailed explanation-2: -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. It also helps defend the body against infection by supplying disease-fighting cells called lymphocytes.
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