Lymphatic system Flashcards
1
Q
In what two systems does the lymphatic system have roles? What are these roles?
A
Circulatory system: helps ensure that blood volume is maintained
Immune system: filters bacteria and other components from blood
2
Q
What do lymph vessels collect? Where did this come from?
A
Lymph vessels collect excess tissue fluid
This came from proteins leaking from the blood in capillaries
3
Q
What is scattered throughout the lymphatic system? What do they do?
A
Lymph nodes, filter out bacteria and foreign particles
4
Q
What does the spleen do?
A
Filters, holds red and white blood cells for future use
