MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

LYMPH NODES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT found in the lymphatic system?
A
Tonsils
B
Lymph node
C
Lacteal
D
Thoracic duct
E
Heart
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: The correct answer: The component which is not found in lymph is D. Erythrocytes. Red blood cells or erythrocytes are one of the cellular components which reside in the blood vessels and are not found in the lymph.

Detailed explanation-2: -The kidneys are not involved in the lymphatic system.

Detailed explanation-3: -Similar to other organs, the heart relies on cardiac lymphatics to drain tissue fluid in order to maintain the steady-state interstitial fluid equilibrium. Myocardial contractions help to propel cardiac lymphatic flow.

Detailed explanation-4: -This system includes the bone marrow, spleen, thymus, lymph nodes, and lymphatic vessels (a network of thin tubes that carry lymph and white blood cells).

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