MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

LYMPH NODES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the percentage of lymph that is formed in the lymph capillary?
A
5%
B
10%
C
25%
D
55%
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Of the fluid that leaves the capillary, about 90 percent is returned. The 10 percent that does not return becomes part of the interstitial fluid that surrounds the tissue cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -LYMPHATIC CAPILLARIES Approximately 70% of these are superficial capillaries located near, or just under, the skin. The remaining 30%, which are known as deep lymphatic capillaries, surround most of the body’s organs.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lymphatic capillaries are tiny vessels that collect and filter fluid from your body’s cells and tissues. They help to maintain blood pressure and volume and prevent fluid buildup.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lymph is the interstitial fluid. It has similar mineral content as in plasma. It consists of less calcium, few blood proteins, less phosphorus, and high glucose concentration. Globulin proteins which are actual antibodies are found in lymph plasma. Other substances include organic and inorganic substances.

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