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12 Cards in this Set
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Where is the thalmus located?
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Behind the sternum and between the lungs
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What is the function of the Thamlus?
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Supports immunity by producing and distributing T-cells
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What is the primary tissue of the lymphatic system made of?
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Reticular Tissue
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What are the functions of the Lymphatic system?
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1.Drain tissue spaces of extra interstitial fluid
2.Transport dietary lipids 3.Protect body from foreign cells |
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Both the interstitial fluid and lymph are similar to plasma except ......
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..they contain less protein.
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Each day, about how much fluid seeps from the blood?
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20 liters
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The fluid and proteins that escape the blood, must be returned to maintain......
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homeostatsis and blood volume
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Where are lymph vessels found in the human body?
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everywhere except the CNS, bone marrow, certain parts of the spleen, and tissues that lack blood supply
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What do the lymphatic ducts drain into?
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the left and right subclavian veins
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How do blood veins and lymph vessels differ?
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Lymph vessels have thinner walls and more valves.
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Name the two Lymphatic ducts.
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The thoratic duct
The right lymphatic duct |
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How does lymph move about inside the body?
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Moved primarily by skeletal muscle contractions, and repiratory movements
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