Lymph Fluid
What is lymph also known as?
Interstitial Fluid
what is the location of a large extensive network of lymph nodes, specifically in females?
The breasts
Bloodiest organ in the Lymphatic system
Spleen
What are the 4 types of adaptive immunity?
Natural Immunity (active and passive)
Artificial immunity (active and passive)
What are the 2 types of Lymphocytes?
T-lymphocytes
B-lymphocytes
Does the Lymphatic system contain valves?
Yes
What organ is located in the Mediastinum and helps the lymphatic system?
Thymus
How many milliliters can a spleen hold?
500ml or 1 pint
What would a vaccination count as?
Artificially acquired active immunity
How do Phagocytes destroy cells?
They ingest them through phagocytosis
How does the flow of lymph differ from the cardiovascular
It is a one way flow
Why type of Cells do lymph nodes contain?
Lymphocytes
A mechanical barrier against infection
The Skin
Are antigens used to help neutralize Toxins?
Yes
What immune cell is only produced in the Red bone marrow after adulthood?
B Cells
What facilitates the flow of lymph throughout the body?
Skeletal muscle movement
3 types
What type of immune response takes longer to react?
a Specific immune response
How does cell lysis occur?
complement proteins bind to the membrane of a cell and cause water to rush into it by causing a defect in it.
What year was AIDS recognised by the CDC?
1981
What is the largest Lymphatic Vessel?
Thoracic Duct
What sort of vessels does lymph enter the lymph node with?
Afferent Vessels
What are the names of the 3 tonsils in your mouth?
Palatine
Lingual
Pharyngeal
Antibodies attaching to an invader and forming an antigen antibody complex is called?
Humoral or antibody mediated reaction
What cells are shut down by the HIV virus?
T Cells