LYMPHATIC
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
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it brings blood around the body
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initially, lymph can contain blood plasma, bacteria, white blood cells, nutrients and wastes
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it collects extra fluid from tissues and capillaries
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it acts like a filter for the fluids in the body
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Detailed explanation-1: -The lymphatic system is our body’s ‘sewerage system’. It maintains fluid levels in our body tissues by removing all fluids that leak out of our blood vessels. The lymphatic system is important for the optimal functioning of our general and specific immune responses.
Detailed explanation-2: -Lymph nodes (or lymph glands) are small lumps of tissue that contain white blood cells, which fight infection. They are part of the body’s immune system and filter lymph fluid, which is composed of fluid and waste products from body tissues.
Detailed explanation-3: -Your lymphatic system, part of your immune system, has many functions. They include protecting your body from illness-causing invaders, maintaining body fluid levels, absorbing digestive tract fats and removing cellular waste.