Flow of lymph
The fluid that enters lymphatic capilaries
lymph
Tiny vessels where lymph first enters
lymphatic capilaries
Drains the upper right side of the body
the right lymphatic duct
Main purpose of the lymphatic system
maintaining fluid balance
White blood cells found in lymph
lymphocytes
Where lymph is filtered
lymph nodes
Organs that filter lymph and house immune cells
lymph nodes
Drains most of the body
the thoratic duct
System help fight this
infection
cells that attack infected cells
T-cells
The vessels that carry lymph throughout the body
lymphatic vessels
Organ that filters blood fights infection
The spleen
Where both ducts empty lymph
the subclavian veins
Transports this type of nutrient from the digestive system
fats (lipids)
Cells that produce antibodies
The final step before lymph returns to blood
subclavian veins
Gland where t-cells mature
This duct drains the left side of the head and chest
the thoratic duct
Prevents buildup of this in tissues
excess interstitial fluid
Foreign invaders filtered out by lymph nodes
pathogens
Fill in the blank: capilaries, _____, ducts
lymph vessels
Tissue in the throat that helps trap pathogens
The tonsils
This duct is smaller and drains a limited region
the right lymphatic duct
Works closely with this body system
Circulatory system
body's response to infection