what is lymph? state any two functions of lymph
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The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and organs that help rid the body of toxins, waste and other unwanted materials. The primary function of the lymphatic system is to transport lymph, a fluid containing infection-fighting white blood cells, throughout the body.
The lymphatic system primarily consists of lymphatic vessels, which are similar to the circulatory system's veins and capillaries. The vessels are connected to lymph nodes, where the lymph is filtered. The tonsils, adenoids, spleen and thymus are all part of the lymphatic system.
Description of the lymphatic system
There are hundreds of lymph nodes in the human body. They are located deep inside the body, such as around the lungs and heart, or closer to the surface, such as under the arm or groin, according to the American Cancer Society. The lymph nodes are found from the head to around the knee area.
The spleen, which is located on the left side of the body just above the kidney, is the largest lymphatic organ, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM). "The spleen . . . acts as a blood filter; it controls the amount of red blood cells and blood storage in the body, and helps to fight infection," said Jordan Knowlton, an advanced registered nurse practitioner at the University of Florida Health Shands Hospital.
The lymphatic system primarily consists of lymphatic vessels, which are similar to the circulatory system's veins and capillaries. The vessels are connected to lymph nodes, where the lymph is filtered. The tonsils, adenoids, spleen and thymus are all part of the lymphatic system.
Description of the lymphatic system
There are hundreds of lymph nodes in the human body. They are located deep inside the body, such as around the lungs and heart, or closer to the surface, such as under the arm or groin, according to the American Cancer Society. The lymph nodes are found from the head to around the knee area.
The spleen, which is located on the left side of the body just above the kidney, is the largest lymphatic organ, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM). "The spleen . . . acts as a blood filter; it controls the amount of red blood cells and blood storage in the body, and helps to fight infection," said Jordan Knowlton, an advanced registered nurse practitioner at the University of Florida Health Shands Hospital.
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Lymph is thick liquid that is pumped throughout the body's lymphatic system.
The lymphatic system is part of the circulatory system , but unlike the cardiovascular system it carries lymph and not blood. It comprises lymph vessels , lymph nodes and lymphoid tissue.
FUNCTIONS
the transport of particles too large to be transported by the blood vessels (proteins, fats, cell debris).
provide a root for the red blood cells from the interstitial tissue to the cardiovascular system.
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The lymphatic system is part of the circulatory system , but unlike the cardiovascular system it carries lymph and not blood. It comprises lymph vessels , lymph nodes and lymphoid tissue.
FUNCTIONS
the transport of particles too large to be transported by the blood vessels (proteins, fats, cell debris).
provide a root for the red blood cells from the interstitial tissue to the cardiovascular system.
hope helps ☺️☺️
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