GENERAL HISTOLOGY

LYMPHATIC

LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Lymphatic vessels are a one-way system in which lymph flows towards the heart.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Most of the lymphatic vessels have valves like those in veins to keep the lymph, which can clot, flowing in the one direction (toward the heart). Lymphatic vessels drain fluid called lymph from tissues throughout the body and return the fluid to the venous system through two collecting ducts.

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: The correct answer is e. Lymphatic capillaries-lymphatic vessels-lymphatic duct-subclavian vein.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lymph flows in the body through its intercellular spaces into the capillaries at the base of the neck. The lymphatic system does not have the circulatory system like the heart to send it in all directions. Lymph flows in one direction only i.e, from tissues to the heart.

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