The Language of Medicine, 11e
The Language of Medicine, 11e
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780323370813
Author: Davi-Ellen Chabner BA MAT
Publisher: Saunders
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To give: The location of the cervical nodes.

Concept introduction: A defense system that consists of many biological structures and processes inside an organism in order to protect against the diseases is known as the immune system. The organs of the immune system can be classified as primary and secondary lymphoid organs. Lymph nodes are the secondary lymphoid organs present in the immune system. They are small glands that are located throughout the body and are linked with the help of lymphatic vessels. These organs are the main sites of B and T lymphocytes. These organs act as filters for cancer cells and foreign particles.

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