IMMUNOLOGY

OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

LYMPHATIC TISSUES AND ORGANS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is true about the lymphatic system?
A
Lymph flows towards the heart
B
Lymph flows away from the heart
C
Lymph is mostly made of plasma
D
Lymph is only found in lymph nodes
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct option is A True. Lymph : The straw-colored, slightly alkaline fluid bathing body tissues contain white blood cells, blood platelets, and plasma protein that helps to build immunity. Lymph flows in the body through its intercellular spaces into the capillaries at the base of the neck.

Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is A. Lymphatic vessels pass through lymph nodes. This allows the lymph to be filtered as it travels through the lymph nodes. The filtration system in the lymph nodes removes antibodies and pathogens and stimulates the immune responses as needed.

Detailed explanation-3: -The correct answer is e. Lymphatic capillaries-lymphatic vessels-lymphatic duct-subclavian vein.

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