IMMUNOLOGY

OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

LYMPHATIC TISSUES AND ORGANS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which lymphatic structure drains lymph from the right side of the head and right upper limbs?
A
Coronary veins
B
Lumbar Trunk
C
Thoracic Duct
D
Right lymphatic duct
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The right lymphatic duct drains the right thorax, upper limb, head and neck. The thoracic duct drains all lymph from the lower half of the body.

Detailed explanation-2: -The right lymphatic duct, near the base of your neck, collects lymph from the right side of your arm, chest and neck. The thoracic duct starts near the bottom of your spine. It collects lymph from your abdomen, lower chest and pelvis. The lymphatic ducts empty the lymph into your subclavian veins.

Detailed explanation-3: -The lateral group of axillary lymph nodes, also known as the brachial axillary lymph nodes drain regions of the upper limb.

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