MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

BLOOD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The larger lymph vessel ____
A
aorta
B
thoracic duct
C
subclavian vein
D
lymph nodes
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -These are the largest lymph vessels and contain three layers, similar to those of great veins. The thoracic duct drains into to the left subclavian vein while the right duct drains into the right subclavian vein, both at the junction between the respective vein and the jugular vein.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lymphatic vessels, located throughout the body, are larger than capillaries (the smallest blood vessels, which connect arteries and veins), and most are smaller than the smallest veins.

Detailed explanation-3: -The lymphatic system collects excess fluid that drains from cells and tissue throughout the body and returns it to the bloodstream, which is then recirculated through the body. Spleen: This largest lymphatic organ is located on your left side under your ribs and above your stomach.

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