GENERAL HISTOLOGY

LYMPHATIC

LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The ____ are found in the neck, groin, and armpits.
A
spleens
B
lymph nodes
C
thymuses
D
lymphatic vessels
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Your lymphatic system is a network of organs, vessels and lymph nodes situated throughout your body. Many lymph nodes are located in your head and neck region. Lymph nodes that frequently swell are in this area, as well as in your armpits and groin area.

Detailed explanation-2: -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-3: -Your inguinal lymph nodes are located in your groin. Specifically, they’re in the inner upper thigh area. Your superficial inguinal lymph nodes sit near the surface of your skin just below your inguinal ligament. Your deep inguinal lymph nodes are deeper within your body.

Detailed explanation-4: -The lymph nodes in the armpit are called axillary lymph nodes.

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