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Lymphatic System - Practice Test (FINAL) Questions
and Answers
A major function of the lymphatic system is: - Ans:✔✔-return of tissue fluid to the cardiovascular system
*Approximately three liters of fluid are picked up each day
Aggregates of lymphoid nodules located in the wall of the ileum are: - Ans:✔✔-Peyer's patches
*Peyer's patches prevent bacteria from migrating through the wall of the intestine
Collections of lymphoid tissue (MALT) that guard mucosal surfaces include all the following, except -
Ans:✔✔-the thymus
*The thymus is the site of T cell maturation
In addition to its lymphoid function, this organ holds a reservoir of platelets - Ans:✔✔-Spleen
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*The spleen holds a reservoir of platelets; it also removes old and damaged red blood cells
The structural framework of lymphoid tissue is offered by: - Ans:✔✔-reticular connective tissue
*This tissue dominates in all lymphoid organs, except the thymus
This structure, attached to the cecum, is in an ideal location to destroy bacteria before it migrates into
the large intestine - Ans:✔✔-Appendix
*This appendix extends from the cecum
What lymphatic structure absorbs excess tissue fluid? - Ans:✔✔-Capillary
*The capillaries absorb excess tissue fluid. They have pressure-sensitive valves
What lymphatic structure absorbs lipids in the intestine? - Ans:✔✔-Lacteal
*Lacteals are located in the intestinal villi
What lymphatic structures trap bacteria in the posterior oral mucosa? - Ans:✔✔-Palatine tonsils
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