MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

LYMPH NODES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following are popularly called lymph glands?
A
Lymphatic capillaries
B
Lymphatic vessels
C
Lymph nodes
D
Lymph
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Clusters of lymph glands are found in the neck, axilla (underarm), chest, abdomen, and groin. For example, there are about 20-40 lymph glands in the axilla. Also called lymph node. Anatomy of the lymph system, showing the lymph vessels and lymph organs including lymph nodes, tonsils, thymus, spleen, and bone marrow.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lymph node locations Common areas where you might notice swollen lymph nodes include your neck, under your chin, in your armpits and in your groin.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lymph vessels send lymph fluid through nodes throughout the body. Lymph nodes are small structures that work as filters for foreign substances, such as cancer cells and infections. They contain immune cells that can help fight infection by attacking and destroying germs that are carried in through the lymph fluid.

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