IMMUNOLOGY

OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

LYMPHATIC TISSUES AND ORGANS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
the lymphatic system contains
A
lymphatic capillaries
B
larger lymphatic vessels
C
lymph nodes
D
(lymphatic) organs
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The tissues and organs that produce, store, and carry white blood cells that fight infections and other diseases. This system includes the bone marrow, spleen, thymus, lymph nodes, and lymphatic vessels (a network of thin tubes that carry lymph and white blood cells).

Detailed explanation-2: -There are two primary lymphatic organs: the red bone marrow and the thymus gland. The development of white blood cells (haemopoesis) was covered briefly in the section on blood.

Detailed explanation-3: -Spleen: This largest lymphatic organ is located on your left side under your ribs and above your stomach. The spleen filters and stores blood and produces white blood cells that fight infection or disease. Thymus: This organ is located in the upper chest beneath the breast bone.

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