GENERAL HISTOLOGY

LYMPHATIC

LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Lymph carries digested food, oxygen and ____ to the tissues and cells
A
hormones
B
blood
C
plasma
D
platelets
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Lymph is a colourless fluid containing specialised lymphocytes, which are responsible for the immune responses of the body. Lymph is also an important carrier for nutrients, hormones, etc. Fats are absorbed through lymph in the lacteals present in the intestinal villi.

Detailed explanation-2: -The lymphatic (lim-FAT-ik) system works to keep body fluid levels in balance and to defend the body against infections. It is made up of a network of lymphatic vessels that carry lymph-a clear, watery fluid that contains proteins, salts, and other substances-throughout the body.

Detailed explanation-3: -Connection between the Circulatory system and Lymphatic system. Blood carries oxygen, nutrients etc. to the cells in the body. We all know that exchange of these nutrients and gases happens between the blood and the cells. This exchange always occurs in the lymph.

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