MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

LYMPH NODES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?
A
removes excess fluid from around organs
B
absorbs/transports fats from the gut
C
circulates blood around the body
D
produces leucocytes
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: The lymphatic system is involved in the removal of excess fluid from tissues, absorption of fats and defending the body against infection by pathogens. However, it plays no role in the distribution of oxygen and nutrients to the tissues.

Detailed explanation-2: -They include protecting your body from illness-causing invaders, maintaining body fluid levels, absorbing digestive tract fats and removing cellular waste.

Detailed explanation-3: -Explanation: The lymphatic system has a variety of functions in the body. It collects excess interstitial fluid and returns it to the blood (cardiovascular system), it has lymph nodes that screen the lymphatic fluid for pathogens (immune system), and it reroutes fat digestates to the neck veins (digestive system).

Detailed explanation-4: -managing the fluid levels in the body. reacting to bacteria. dealing with cancer cells. dealing with cell products that otherwise would result in disease or disorders. absorbing some of the fats in our diet from the intestine. 19-Jul-2017

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