Lymphatic Anatomy Review

What is the primary function of lymphatic vessels in the human body?

• Transporting oxygen to tissues

• Draining excess interstitial fluid

• Producing red blood cells

• Storing vitamins

Which of the following structures is responsible for filtering lymph and trapping pathogens?

• Spleen

• Thymus

• Lymph nodes

• Bone marrow

What is the main role of the spleen in the lymphatic system?

• Producing hormones

• Filtering blood and recycling iron

• Producing lymphocytes

• Storing bile

What is the primary function of lymph nodes?

• Producing insulin

• Filtering lymph and housing immune cells

• Storing calcium

• Producing digestive enzymes

Where is the thymus gland located in the human body?

• Behind the stomach

• In the neck, above the thyroid

• In the chest, behind the sternum

• Below the liver

What is the role of the spleen in the immune response?

• Producing antibodies

• Filtering pathogens from the blood

• Producing digestive enzymes

• Storing glucose

Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?

• Absorbing dietary fats

• Regulating blood pressure

• Removing cellular waste

• Transporting lymphocytes

What is the significance of valves in lymphatic vessels?

• They prevent the backflow of lymph

• They increase the speed of lymph flow

• They regulate blood pressure

• They store lymphocytes

What is the primary role of the thymus gland in the immune system?

• Producing antibodies

• Maturing T lymphocytes

• Filtering lymph

• Producing red blood cells

Which of the following best describes the function of lymphatic capillaries?

• Transporting oxygenated blood

• Absorbing interstitial fluid

• Storing nutrients

• Producing hormones