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Chapter 6 Med Terms
Lymphatic System
Term | Definition |
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Hematologist | Physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the blood and blood forming tissues. |
Lymph nodes | Small bean like structures located in the lymph vessels that provide a site for lymphocyte production. |
Tonsils | Masses of lymphatic tissue that form a protective ring around the nose and upper throat. |
The Spleen | A saclike mass of lymphatic tissue located in the upper quadrant of the abdomen. |
Immunity | The state of being resistant or not susceptible to a specific disease. |
Pathogen | A microorganism that causes a disease. |
Antibiotic | A chemical substance capable of inhibiting growth or killing pathogenic microorganisms. |