If the lymphatic system did not function correctly,
A) fluids would collect within body tissue.
B) oxygen would not reach all the cells of the body.
C) urea would build up in the liver.
D) nutrients would not reach the liver.
E) carbon dioxide would not reach the lungs.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The lymphatic system helps maintain fluid balance in the body by returning excess fluid and proteins from the tissues back into the bloodstream. If it didn't function correctly, fluids would indeed collect within body tissue, leading to swelling, known as lymphedema.

If the Lymphatic System Did Not Function Correctly