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Lymphatic Sys SG
Study guide for the Lymphatic Sys
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The fluid that circulates in the lymphatic system is called | lymph |
| Digested fats enter the lymphatic circulation through vessels called | lacteals |
| Digested fats and lymph combine to form a milky fluid called | chyle |
| Enlargement of the spleen is termed | splenomegaly |
| When filariae block lymphatic vessels, they cause the disease called | elephantiasis |
| Fluid retention due to obstruction of lymph vessels | lymphedema |
| Inflammation of lymph nodes | lymphadenitis |
| Inflammation of lymphatic vessels | lymphangitis |
| Tumor that occurs in lymhoid tissue | lymphoma |
| Compared to plasma, lymph contains much less | protein |
| Which vessel returns lymph from the lower extremities to the cardiovascular system? | thoracic duct |
| Which tonsil is located behind the nose on the posterior wall of the upper pharynx? | pharyngeal |
| What is the hallmark clinical sign of infectious mononucleosis? | lymphadenopathy |
Created by:
Jessica Venyke