The lymphatic system plays a role in maintaining fluid balance within the body by
A) adding lymph to GI tract secretions.
B) returning interstitial fluid to the blood.
C) transporting lymph from tissues to the liver.
D) carrying excess fluid to the kidneys to be excreted.
E) actively absorbing fluid from the blood.

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The lymphatic system helps maintain fluid balance by collecting excess fluid from the body's tissues and returning it to the blood. This process helps to ensure that the amount of fluid in the body's tissues remains constant, preventing swelling or edema.

The Lymphatic System Plays a Role in Maintaining Fluid Balance