The Lymphatic System Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
What does lymph fluid do?
A
Carries important immune structures around the body
2
Q
What do Lymph Nodes do?
A
Makes lymphocytes and filters foreign particles
3
Q
What do Lymphatic Vessels do?
A
Carries excess fluid away from tissue
4
Q
What do Lymph Ducts do?
A
Drains lymph fluid back into circulation
5
Q
What do Lymphocytes do?
A
Makes antibodies to create an immune system
6
Q
What is the Thymus?
A
Lymphatic tissue, part of the system that creates an immune response
7
Q
The 4 Functions of the lymphatic system
A
Drains excess fluid
Aid with fat digestion
Transport of materials
Immunity
8
Q
The 3 Functions of a lymph node
A
Destroy Bacteria
Create lymphocytes
Remove foreign bodies from the lymph
