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Lymphatic System
The lymphatic system is a complex
network of connective tissue that is
composed of:
• Lymphoid organs
• Lymph nodes
• Lymph ducts
• Lymph vessels
• Lymph capillaries
Lymphatic System
The accessory lymphoid tissue of
the lymphoid organ system are:
• Thymus
• Spleen
• Lymph nodes
• Peyer’s patches
• Adenoids
• Tonsils
• Vermiform appendix
• Red bone marrow
Lymphatic System
Lymphatic System
The most important functions of the
lymphatic system are:
• Maintenance of fluid balance in the
internal environment
– Collects and returns interstitial fluid,
including plasma protein to the blood to
help maintain fluid balance
• Immunity
– To defend the body against disease by
producing lymphocytes
• To absorb lipids from the intestine
Lymphatic System
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