Set of lymphatic capillaries that collect fat-laden fluids from the intestinal tract.
A) lumbar trunks
B) subclavian trunks
C) bronchomediastinal trunks
D) lacteals
E) intestinal trunk

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Lacteals are lymphatic capillaries specifically found in the lining of the small intestine that absorb fats and lipid-soluble vitamins from the digestive system. The other choices are lymphatic trunk collections of lymph vessels from different regions of the body.

Set of Lymphatic Capillaries That Collect Fat-Laden Fluids from the Intestinal