Anatomy & Physiology of the Spleen

The video provides an overview of the spleen, detailing its location, blood supply, and functions. It explains the spleen's role in degrading old red blood cells and platelets, and its ability to mount an immune response against pathogens in the blood. The structure of the spleen is discussed, highlighting the red and white pulp, which are responsible for filtering blood and initiating immune responses. The video concludes with a brief mention of the next topic, the appendix.

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