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lymphatic and immune
functions of the lymphatic and immune systems
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| what are the 2 types of lymphocytes? | B-lymphocytes and T-lymphocytes |
| what is the function of the B-lymphocytes? | they produce antibodies to suppress and destroy antigens |
| what is the function of T-lymphocytes? | they recognise infected and abnormal cells and destroy them |
| what is lymph? | colourless, watery fluid formed from tissue fluid that contains lymphocytes |
| what's the lymphatic network responsible for? | carries lymph and assists the blood in returning tissue fluid from the tissues back to the blood system and heart |
| what are lymph nodes? | oval-shaped structures covered with connective tissue |
| what's the function of lymph nodes? | they filter and trap cell debris which may cause infection so the lymph entering the blood doesn't contain any impurities |
| where are superficial nodes commonly found? | they are found in the neck, armpits and groin |
| where are deep lymph nodes commonly found? | they are found alongside blood vessels in the thoracic, abdominal and pelvic cavities. |
| what are lymph capillaries? | tubes closed at one end, originating in the spaces between tissues. |
| what do lymph vessels contain? | one-way valve to prevent backflow of fluid |
| are lymphocytes red blood cells or white blood cells? | white blood cells, which are responsible for immunity |
| where are lymphocytes produced and matured? | in lymphatic organs such as lymph nodes, the thymus gland, spleen and tonsils |
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