Anatomy and Physiology

The thoracic duct drains lymph into the

The lymphatic system plays a role in maintaining fluid balance within the body by

The lymphatic system differs from the cardiovascular system in that

Which of the following organs does NOT contain lymphatic tissue?

What structural feature of lymphatic vessels is responsible to forward movement of lymph?

The lymphatic system is involved in

Lymph movement is assisted by

A woman has her right breast and right axillary lymph nodes removed. Which of the following might occur?

Structurally, lymph vessels are most similar to

Peyer patches are lymphatic nodules found in the

What is the purpose of lacteals?

Lymph capillaries are found in the

Nonencapsulated lymphatic tissue called MALT includes all of the following except:

Lacteals are

The right lymphatic duct drains lymph from the

How do lymphatic capillaries differ form blood capillaries?

Lymph nodules are

Lymphatic tissue contains an interlaced network of reticular fibers that functions to

Lymph containing a high lipid content is called

Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?