HUMAN ANATOMY
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Author: SALADIN
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Chapter 22.2, Problem 10BYGO
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The two types of pulp in the spleen and their respective functions.
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The spleen is the largest lymphatic organ present in the body. It is around 12 cm long. It is located inferior to diaphragm, in the upper left abdominal cavity and is protected by the ribs. It is also known as the graveyard of RBCs.
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