Explain formation of lymph.
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Since lymph is formed from tissue fluid, anything that increases the amount of tissue fluid will increase the rate of lymph formation. Lymph formation depends upon physical factors. There is no vital secretory process involved in it.
The following factors are responsible for lymph formation:
1. Capillary Pressure:
If the capillary pressure is raised, the rate of lymph formation increases. This is seen in venous obstruction. [But after some time, the rate slows down due to increased accumulation of fluid in the tissue spaces and the consequent rise of hydrostatic pressure of the tissue fluid.]
2. Permeability of the Capillary Wall:
Under any condition, where the permeability of the capillary wall is increased, more tissue fluid will be formed and consequently more lymph.