Answered: List the parts of the lymphatic system

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

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Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

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List the parts of the lymphatic system

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Step 1

We can say that The lymphatic system is considered as the bridge between the immune system and the circulatory system, which is responsible for and providing protection against infections to the body. The lymph, which flows within the vessels of the lymphatic system is responsible for collecting pathogens, cell debris, and waste from the body and drains them to the lymph nodes.

Step 2

The function of the lymphatic system is to remove the disease-causing agents from the body and the parts of the lymphatic system include lymph nodes, lymph vessels, spleen, and the thymus.

The functions associated with the parts of the lymphatic system are as follows:

Part of the lymphatic system	Functions
Lymph node	Contains white blood cells, which destroy pathogens and cellular debris.
Lymph vessels	Responsible for transporting lymph throughout the lymph system.
Thymus	Provides a site for maturation of the T cells, which are responsible for destroying the pathogens.
Spleen	Production, storage, and release of the white blood cells.