Lymphatic System

Front

What part of the lymphatic system filters foreign material from blood and destroys old RBCs?

Back

Spleen

Front

What is a toxin or other foreign substance that induces an immune response in the body?

Back

Antigen

Front

What is the medical term for watery fluid inside the lymphatic vessels?

Back

Lymph

Front

What type of immunity is received through immunization?

Back

Artificial acquired immunity

Front

What is lysozyme?

Back

An antibacterial substance that inhibits bacteria.

Front

What are lymph nodes?

Back

Small structures that filter lymph and store white blood cells.

Front

What is the primary function of the spleen?

Back

To filter blood and recycle iron from old red blood cells.

Front

What is the role of lymphatic vessels?

Back

To transport lymph throughout the body.

Front

What is the difference between active and passive immunity?

Back

Active immunity is developed through exposure to pathogens, while passive immunity is acquired through antibodies from another source.

Front

What is the function of the thymus?

Back

To produce T-cells for the immune system.