PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

IMMUNE RESPONSE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The lymphatic capillaries are
A
more permeable than blood capillaries
B
less permeable than blood capillaries
C
same as blood capillaries
D
completely impermeable
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is (c), more permeable than blood capillaries. Lymphatic capillaries are much more permeable than blood capillaries. Proteins in the interstitial space that can’t enter the blood capillaries can enter the lymphatic capillaries with ease.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lymphatic capillaries have a larger diameter the blood capillaries. Lymphatic capillaries have attached anchoring filaments which help to enlarge openings so the fluid can flow in faster.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fenestrated capillaries have intracellular perforations called fenestrae are found in endocrine glands, intestinal villi and kidney glomeruli and are more permeable than continuous capillaries.

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