LYMPHATIC
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
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Question
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Functions of the adult spleen include all of these except
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Destruction of old RBC’s
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Production of new RBC’s
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Housing B cells to respond to foreign antigens
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Destruction of old platelets
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Your spleen: Stores blood. Filters blood by removing cellular waste and getting rid of old or damaged blood cells. Makes white blood cells and antibodies that help you fight infection.
Detailed explanation-2: -The spleen helps keep harmful microorganisms out of the bloodstream. It holds key components of the body’s immune system. The spleen also removes unhealthy, old, and misshapen red blood cells from circulation. Red blood cells carry oxygen throughout the body and remove carbon dioxide (a waste product).
Detailed explanation-3: -Its primary function is to filter the blood and worn out red blood cells.
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