Anatomy and Physiology - With Access
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9781259621277
Author: McKinley
Publisher: MCG
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Videos
Textbook Question
Chapter 21, Problem 3DYKB
_____ 3. The spleen is a secondary lymphatic structure that is located
- a. in the oral cavity.
- b. along lymphatic vessels.
- c. attached to the gastrointestinal tract.
- d. inferior to the diaphragm adjacent to the stomach.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solution
Students have asked these similar questions
The spleen is a secondary lymphatic structure located a. in the oral cavity. b. along lymphatic vessels. c. attached to the gastrointestinal tract. d. inferior to the diaphragm adjacent to the stomach.
The lymphatic trunk that drains lymph from the upper limb, breasts, and superficial thoracic wall is the a. lumbar trunk. b. jugular trunk. c. subclavian trunk. d. bronchomediastinal trunk.
Lymph collected from the lower abdomen, pelvis, and lower limbs is carried by the: (a) right lymphatic duct. (b) inguinal duct. (c) thoracic duct. (d) aorta.
Chapter 21 Solutions
Anatomy and Physiology - With Access
Ch. 21.1 - What substances typically are absorbed from the...Ch. 21.1 - Prob. 2WDYLCh. 21.1 - Prob. 3WDYLCh. 21.1 - Which major body regions drain lymph to the right...Ch. 21.2 - How are primary lymphatic structures and secondary...Ch. 21.3 - Why is red bone marrow considered a primary...Ch. 21.3 - Prob. 7WDYLCh. 21.4 - Prob. 8WDYLCh. 21.4 - What are the general functions of the spleen?...Ch. 21.4 - Prob. 10WDYL
Ch. 21.4 - Prob. 11WDYLCh. 21.4 - What is the function of MALT in the mucosal...Ch. 21 - Prob. 1DYKBCh. 21 - _____ 2. Lymph is drained into the thoracic duct...Ch. 21 - _____ 3. The spleen is a secondary lymphatic...Ch. 21 - Prob. 4DYKBCh. 21 - _____ 5. Which type of lymph vessel consists...Ch. 21 - _____ 6. Which statement is accurate about lymph...Ch. 21 - In an early Streptococcus infection of the throat,...Ch. 21 - _____ 8. The lymphatic trunk that drains lymph...Ch. 21 - _____ 9. Aged erythrocytes are removed from...Ch. 21 - _____ 10. Interstitial fluid that is absorbed into...Ch. 21 - Prob. 11DYKBCh. 21 - Prob. 12DYKBCh. 21 - Prob. 13DYKBCh. 21 - Which body regions have their lymph drained to the...Ch. 21 - Describe how the thymuss anatomy changes as we...Ch. 21 - Prob. 16DYKBCh. 21 - Compare and contrast the red and white pulp of the...Ch. 21 - Describe the specific locations of the tonsils.Ch. 21 - Describe the location and function of diffuse...Ch. 21 - Prob. 20DYKBCh. 21 - Prob. 1CALCh. 21 - A child born without his thymus would not have...Ch. 21 - Prob. 3CALCh. 21 - Prob. 4CALCh. 21 - Prob. 5CALCh. 21 - Prob. 1CSLCh. 21 - Jordan has an enlarged lymph node along the side...Ch. 21 - Prob. 3CSL
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- Jordan has an enlarged lymph node along the side of his neck,and he is worried that the structure may be a lymphoma. Whatare some criteria to help distinguish between infected lymphnodes and malignant lymph nodes? If the lymph node werecancerous, how would a physician determine if the cancer hasspread to other parts of the body?arrow_forwardWhy is the spleen considered a hematologic organ? Why can humans live without it?arrow_forwardThe lymphatic system includes all of the following excepta. lymph nodes.b. the spleen.c. the pancreas.d. the thymus.arrow_forward
- Locate the principal lymphatic vessels and name their tributariesa. cisterna chyli b. thoracic duct c. right lymphatic ductarrow_forwardDue to the presence of breast cancer, Mrs. Franco had a right radical mastectomy in which her right breast, underlying muscle, and right axillary lymph nodes and vessels were removed. Now she is experiencing severe swelling in her right arm. Why did the surgeon remove lymph tissue as well as the breast? Why is Mrs. Franco’s right arm swollen?arrow_forwardhow can your knowledge of the different locations and drainage of the Lymphatics of the head and neck, contribute to your practice as a Dentist?arrow_forward
- Arianna was diagnosed with mononucleosis, an infectious disease that targets B-lymphocytes. The doctor palpated her left side, just below the rib cage, and told Arianna she was checking to see if a certain organ was enlarged, a complication that can occur with mononucleosis. What lymphatic organ was the doctor checking, and why would it become enlarged? Include some explanation of the anatomy and histology of this organ in your answer.arrow_forwardFill in the blank : Blood vessels enter the spleen through the region called the _______________________.arrow_forwardA tick has embedded itself in the scalp of a young boy. His mother is most likely to find which lymph nodes to be swollen? a. cervical b. inguinal c. axillary d. femoralarrow_forward
- Name the small projection that contains lymphatic tissue attached to the cecum.arrow_forwardAll of the following are associated with ectopic lymphoid tissues except _____. a. they form by a process known as lymphoid neogenesis b. they are a characteristic feature of Hashimoto’s disease c. they are encapsulated and contain lymphatics d. they resemble and function like secondary lymphoid tissues e. they are also called tertiary lymphoid organs.arrow_forwardWhich large lymphatic organ purifies blood by removing dead red cells, stores blood, and helps the immune system to recognize and attack foreign materials or proteins? a spleen b intestine c appendix d kidneyarrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
12 Organ Systems | Roles & functions | Easy science lesson; Author: Learn Easy Science;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQIU0yJ8RBg;License: Standard youtube license