IMMUNOLOGY

OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

LYMPHATIC AND IMMUNE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
True or false:a lymphatic capillary carries blood and lymph.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Lymphatic capillaries are tiny vessels found in the tissues of most organs in your body. They transport and filter lymphatic fluid (lymph) from your body’s cells and tissues. Lymph capillaries help to keep consistent blood pressure and volume and prevent fluid buildup.

Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is (a) They empty into lymphatic collecting vessels. The lymphatic capillaries drain the lymph into the lymphatic vessels. These lymphatic vessels finally join the lymph nodes.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: Of the given statements regarding lymphatic capillaries, the one that is false is that (d) Lymphatic capillaries do not have a basement membrane. In fact, these capillaries are formed of an endothelium layer that sits on a permeable basement membrane.

Detailed explanation-4: -The lymphatic system is a network of tissues, vessels and organs that work together to move a colorless, watery fluid called lymph back into your circulatory system (your bloodstream).

Detailed explanation-5: -Which of the following is true about both lymphatic and blood capillaries? Both types of vessels are microscopic and are formed from sheets of endothelium.

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