IMMUNOLOGY

OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

LYMPHATIC TISSUES AND ORGANS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What do we call the bean-shaped structures that are scattered around the body as part of the lymphatic system?
A
lymph capillaries
B
tonsils
C
spleen
D
lymph nodes
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Lymph nodes are small bean-shaped tissues found along the lymphatic vessels. The lymph nodes act as filters. Various immune system cells trap germs in the lymph nodes and activate the creation of special antibodies in the blood.

Detailed explanation-2: -The typical lymph node is surrounded by a connective tissue capsule and divided into compartments called lymph nodules. The lymph nodules are dense masses of lymphocytes and macrophages and are separated by spaces called lymph sinuses.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped organs that filter substances in your body. Cells that help fight infections make up your lymph nodes along with lymph tissue. There are hundreds of lymph nodes throughout your body. The most well-known places where you’ll find lymph nodes are in your armpits, neck and groin.

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