IMMUNOLOGY

OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

LYMPHATIC TISSUES AND ORGANS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which semi-independent part of the lymphatic system transports fluids escaped from the vascular system back to the blood?
A
lymphatic vessels
B
lymphoid tissues and organs
C
lymph nodes
D
lymphatic glands
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Collecting ducts: Lymphatic vessels empty the lymph into the right lymphatic duct and left lymphatic duct (also called the thoracic duct). These ducts connect to the subclavian vein, which returns lymph to your bloodstream.

Detailed explanation-2: -The lymphatic system removes this fluid and these materials from tissues, returning them via the lymphatic vessels to the bloodstream. The lymphatic system also helps defend the body against infection.

Detailed explanation-3: -The lymphatic system is a network of delicate tubes throughout the body. It drains fluid (called lymph) that has leaked from the blood vessels into the tissues and empties it back into the bloodstream via the lymph nodes. The main roles of the lymphatic system include: managing the fluid levels in the body.

Detailed explanation-4: -the primary function of the lymphatic system is to return fluid that has escaped from capillaries back to the cardiovascular system. excess tissue fluid is collected around blood capillary beds.

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