FLASHCARD ANAT 1 Lymphatic System LU 10

Front

What system is the lymphatic system a part of?

Back

Immune system

Front

The lymphatic system is the:

1st subdivision of the circulatory system
or

2nd subdivision of the circulatory system

Back

2nd subdivision of the circulatory system

Front

What is the collection of extra fluid that drains from cells and tissues referred to as?

Back

Lymph

or

lymphatic fluid

Front

When plasma seeps through the capillary walls and travels among the body tissues, what is it known as?

Back

Tissue fluid or interstitial fluid

Front

Oval-shaped structures located along the entire length of lymph vessels.

Back

Lymph nodes

Front

These function as filters to remove bacteria and other foreign bodies, including malignant cells.

Back

lymph nodes

Front

The smallest of the lymph vessels are

Back

lymph capillaries

Front

What are the two main large vessels or collecting ducts of the lymphatic system?

Back

Right lymphatic duct

Left lymphatic (thoracic) duct

Front

How much blood does the spleen store?

Back

8 ounces

or 1 cup

Front

This lymphatic duct drains lymph from the upper right side of the body: the head, neck, right side of the chest, and the entire right upper extremity.

Back

Right lymphatic duct