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What system protects the body through defense mechanisms and transports fats?
The Lymphatic System.
Lymph is a derivative of this substance.
Interstitial Fluid.
The thoracic duct dumps lymph into this vessel.
The Left Subclavian Vein.
This is the largest lymphatic organ.
The Spleen.
The spleen does these two primary functions.
Storing of Lymphocytes and Blood.
Lymphatic capillaries merge into these structures.
Lymphatic Vessels.
What three areas of the body drain into the right lymphatic duct?
The Right Arm, The Right Side of the Face, and The Right Half of the Thorax.
The lymphatic sac between the abdominal aorta and L2 is called this.
Lymph nodes do this when it comes to lymph fluid.
This is a group of lymphatic tissue along a respiratory or digestive tract.
Muscosa-Associated Lymph Tissue
List the primary lymphatic organs.
Red Bone Marrow and The Thymus.
Lymphatic fluid flow is promoted by these means.
Skeletal Muscle Movements. (Contractions)
The movement of lymph through the body is called this.
Lymphokinesis.
The groin holds these types of lymph nodes.
Inguinal.
The lymphatic tissue in the oral cavity and pharynx.
The Tonsils.
This percentage of white blood cells are lymphocytes.
Twenty - Five (25)
B cells mature here.
Bone Marrow.
B cells go through puberty in the B(one marrow)
T cells mature here.
Thymus.
T cells go through puberty in the T(hymus).
A bean-shaped structure along the lymphatic chain.
A Lymph Node.
Peyer patches are found here.
The Small Intestines.
Lymphocytes are a part of what classification of immunity?
Specific Immunity.
This is what the body's ability to recognize and respond to foreign agents is called this.
Immunity.
Protective response to tissue damage by eliminating pathogens, removing damaged tissues, and preparing the area.
Inflammation.
A defense mechanism that is directed to any and all pathogens or foreign agents such as barriers, cellular responses, and inflammation.
Nonspecific.
The full name for the lymphatic organ/gland attached to the cecum.
The Vermiform Appendix.
Cell mediated immunity involves these cells.
T Cells.
Antibodies are created by these cells.
B Cells.
Anti(B)odies
The lymph system works closely with the digestive system and this system.
Circulatory System.
This modality of bodywork focuses on relieving lymphedema.
Lymphatic Drainage (Massage)
A large collection of lymph nodes can be found around digestive organs, in the neck, and here.
The Armpit.