Match the terms with their correct meanings.
-Swelling of tissues due to interstitial fluid accumulation
A)AIDS
B)allergen
C)anaphylaxis
D)Hodgkin lymphoma
E)hypersplenism
F)lymphedema
G)lymphoid organs
H)thymectomy

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Lymphedema is the swelling of tissues due to interstitial fluid accumulation.

Answer: D
 Hodgkin lymphoma is a cancer that affects the lymphoid tissue, leading to the growth of abnormal lymphocytes.

Answer: B
 An allergen is a substance that causes an allergic reaction.

Answer: C
 Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.

Answer: G
 Lymphoid organs are organs that contain lymphoid tissue, such as lymph nodes, tonsils, and the spleen.

Answer: H
 Thymectomy is the surgical removal of the thymus gland, often performed as a treatment for myasthenia gravis.

Answer: E
 Hypersplenism is a condition in which the spleen removes blood cells at an excessive rate, leading to a decrease in the number of blood cells in circulation.

Answer: A
 AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is a chronic and potentially life-threatening condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings