Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology
Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology
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ISBN: 9781259277368
Author: David N. Shier Dr., Jackie L. Butler, Ricki Lewis Dr.
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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To explain: Functions of the lymphatic system.

Introduction: The lymphatic system is a network of vessels that follow blood vessels and also a part of the circulatory system as well as the immune system. The lymphatic system drains lymph fluids into blood and tissue. The lymphatic system makes up the lymph vessels, lymph nodes, lymphatic organs, and lymphatic tissues.      

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Functions of the lymphatic system: 

  • Circulation of the body fluids and blood is assisted by the lymphatic vessels.
  • The extracellular fluids that are found in the interstitial spaces are collected by the lymphatic vessels and drained into the bloodstream.
  • The digested fat from the intestine is collected by the lymphatic capillaries and returned to the venous circulation.
  • The lymphatic system produces, regulates, and matures the immune system to defend against the invading pathogens.

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Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology

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