Exam 4: Lymphatic System

Front

What are the primary structures of the lymphatic system?

Back

The primary structures of the lymphatic system include lymphatic collecting vessels, lymph nodes, and lymph trunks.

Front

Which structure is NOT a primary component of the lymphatic system?

Back

Arteries are NOT a primary structure of the lymphatic system.

Front

What is the most common parasitic nematode that causes elephantiasis?

Back

Wuchereria bancrofti is the most common parasitic nematode that causes elephantiasis.

Front

What is the primary function of lymph nodes?

Back

The primary function of lymph nodes is to filter lymph and trap pathogens.

Front

How many lymph nodes are approximately in the human body?

Back

There are approximately 500 lymph nodes in the human body.

Front

What is interstitial fluid called once it enters the lymphatic system?

Back

Once interstitial fluid enters the lymphatic system, it is called lymph.

Front

What is the role of lymphatic collecting vessels?

Back

Lymphatic collecting vessels transport lymph from lymphatic capillaries to lymph nodes and eventually to the bloodstream.

Front

What is lymph?

Back

Lymph is a clear fluid that contains white blood cells, proteins, and other substances, and is formed from interstitial fluid.

Front

What is the significance of lymph nodes in the immune system?

Back

Lymph nodes play a crucial role in the immune system by filtering lymph and facilitating the activation of immune responses.

Front

What are lymph trunks?

Back

Lymph trunks are large lymphatic vessels that drain lymph from multiple lymph nodes and transport it to the thoracic duct or right lymphatic duct.