GENERAL HISTOLOGY

LYMPHATIC

LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Masses of lymphatic tissue that produce lymphocytes and filter bacteria;they get smaller in size as person gets older.
A
adenoids
B
thymus
C
Lymph nodes
D
tonsils
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Lymph nodes are small clumps of tissue along the network of lymph vessels that clean lymph as it moves through them. They filter out viruses, bacteria, and fungi that can cause illnesses. Most lymph nodes are in clusters in the neck, armpit, and groin area.

Detailed explanation-2: -Peyer’s patches: These are small masses of lymphatic tissue in the mucous membrane that lines your small intestine. These lymphoid cells monitor and destroy bacteria in the intestines.

Detailed explanation-3: -The lymphatic system is important for the optimal functioning of our general and specific immune responses. The lymph nodes monitor the lymph flowing into them and produce cells and antibodies which protect our body from infection and disease.

Detailed explanation-4: -lymphatic tissue can also be found in the tonsils, the spleen, and the thymus. Like other lymphatic tissues, they produce lymphocytes and screen filter out foreign substances.

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