GENERAL HISTOLOGY

LYMPHATIC

LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What name is given to the leucocytes created in the lymphatic system?
A
lymphocytes
B
basophils
C
neutrophils
D
eosinophils
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It produces cells called T-lymphocytes which circulate around the body. These cells are important for cell mediated response to an immune challenge, such as may occur when we have an infection.

Detailed explanation-2: -The lymphatic system is a major part of the immune system. It produces leukocytes called lymphocytes. Lymphocytes are the key cells involved in the immune response. They recognize and help destroy particular pathogens in body fluids and cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lymph contains white blood cells called lymphocytes (LIM-fuh-sites) and chyle (KYE-ul), which is made of fats and proteins from the intestines. This is important because water, proteins, and other substances are always leaking out of tiny blood capillaries into the body tissues around them.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lymphocytes develop in the thymus and bone marrow (yellow), which are therefore called central (or primary) lymphoid organs.

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