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Lymphatics

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Composed of… Tonsils Spleen Thymus Numerous Glands/nodes Vessels Cells that provide body with immunity
What do lymph nodes and vessels do Major site for B & T-cell Lymphocytes (remember the guys that make antibodies??) Responsible for filtration of lymphatic fluid (similar to plasma but lower in protein)
Plasma leaks out—most of it gets drawn back in but some of it gets picked up by the Lymphatic vessels
Flow Had unidirectional valves (like veins) to keep moving in one direction
lymphadenopathy swelling of the lymph nodes
Tonsils Made up of lymphoid tissue Located in back of throat First line of immunity in throat
Tonsillitis disease of tonsils
Tonsillectomy removal of
EDEMA Excessive accumulation of interstitial fluid is called
Signs of inflammation: -Erythema (reddening of skin) -Heat due to increased blood flow and cellular activity -Edema to cushion and dilute toxin - Algesia (pain) -Decreased use and guarding of the injured area
What is an antigen? Any foreign molecule that is capable of stimulating an immune response
Rabies Virus that affects the central nervous system. Passed through saliva (often bites). Fatal. ZOONOTIC
Distemper Virus that attacks multiple body systems. Usually starts with respiratory system, then GI, and last the central nervous system. Often fatal. Passed by direct contact and/or airborne
Hepatitis Viral disease causing disease of the liver. Spread by body fluids. Severity depends on strain
Parvovirus Intestinal virus characterized by vomiting and diarrhea, especially seen and fatal in puppies. Passed through feces.
Modified Live Vaccines Made from modified strains of the pathogen The strain is weakened, allowing it to divide after the injection but not create clinical disease.
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