Lymphatic System Functions

What is the main function of the lymphatic system?

• To rid the body of toxins and waste, and to produce and transport white blood cells for immune response.

• To produce and transport red blood cells for oxygen delivery

• To regulate body temperature and maintain homeostasis

• To aid in digestion and absorption of nutrients

Which organs are part of the lymphatic system?

• Tonsils, Thymus, Spleen, Lymph Nodes

• Pancreas

• Liver

• Kidneys

How does the lymphatic system help in maintaining fluid balance in the body?

• By producing hormones

• By regulating blood sugar levels

• By collecting excess fluid from tissues and returning it to the bloodstream.

• By controlling body temperature

What is the role of lymph nodes in the lymphatic system?

• Lymph nodes store excess water

• Lymph nodes filter lymph and produce lymphocytes to fight infections.

• Lymph nodes regulate body temperature

• Lymph nodes produce red blood cells

How does the lymphatic system contribute to the body's immune response?

• The lymphatic system contributes to the body's immune response by producing insulin

• The lymphatic system contributes to the body's immune response by circulating lymph fluid containing lymphocytes that help identify and attack foreign invaders.

• The lymphatic system contributes to the body's immune response by regulating body temperature

• The lymphatic system contributes to the body's immune response by aiding in digestion

What is the structure of lymphatic vessels?

• Lymphatic vessels have thick walls, no valves, and no lymph nodes.

• Lymphatic vessels have thin walls, valves, and lymph nodes.

• Lymphatic vessels are solid structures with no openings.

• Lymphatic vessels are composed of bone and muscle.

What is the function of lymphatic capillaries?

• Produce digestive enzymes

• Transport oxygen to cells

• Regulate blood pressure

• Collect excess tissue fluid and return it to the bloodstream

How does the lymphatic system transport fats in the body?

• Through absorption in lacteals and transport via lymphatic vessels

• Through absorption in alveoli and transport via blood vessels

• Through absorption in villi and transport via lymphatic capillaries

• Through absorption in nephrons and transport via lymphatic ducts

What is the significance of the spleen in the lymphatic system?

• The spleen is significant in the lymphatic system for filtering blood and aiding in immune response.

• The spleen is responsible for regulating body temperature in the lymphatic system.

• The spleen stores excess bile in the lymphatic system.

• The spleen produces red blood cells in the lymphatic system.

How does the lymphatic system help in fighting infections?

• The lymphatic system regulates body temperature to fight infections.

• The lymphatic system secretes hormones to fight infections.

• The lymphatic system stores excess nutrients to fight infections.

• The lymphatic system produces and transports white blood cells to identify and destroy pathogens.