Immune and Lymphatic System

Bone marrow is ...

• Location of B-cell maturation

• can cause fevers

• Pulp-filled organ that filters blood

• found between cells.

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Interstitial fluid is ...

• found between cells

• cause a fever

• location of T-cell maturation

• Pulp-filled organ that filters blood.

Capsules are ...

• Can cause fevers

• Found between cells

• Found in lymph organs but not in lymph nodes

• Location of B-cell maturation

What is the job of lymph nodes?

• to swell up to catch bacteria in our blood

• to direct the flow of blood in our arms and legs

• to remove waste and germs 

• to add waste and germs

How does the lymphatic system help fight infections? (Mark all that apply)

• Lymphatic organs produce white blood cells

• Y

What happens during the second line of defense?

• Mast cells produce histamine causing dilation of blood vessels which allows macrophages to enter the area

• Infections begin by something piercing the skin so that pathogens can enter and begin multiplying to take over the organism.

• Releasing of complement factors that help bring macrophages to the area of infection.

• Sending of positive chemical messages throughout the bloodstream.

What does the lymphatic system do?

• transports cells throughout your body

• gives you stress

• releases insulin

• removes wastes an excess fluid from tissues

What are some symptoms seen with lymphatic system diseases? (Mark all that apply)

• Bleeding

• Swelling

• Pain

• Fluid retention

What type of nutrients are absorbed by the lymph vessels?

What parts of your body provide the first line of defense against pathogens? (Mark all that apply)

• WBCs

• Skin

• Antibodies

• Mucous membranes