The lymphatic system is a

network of lymph nodes connected

by lymphatic vessels. This system
transports lymph throughout the
body. Lymph is formed from fluid
that seeps through the thin walls of
capillaries into the body's tissues.
This fluid contains oxygen, proteins,
and other nutrients that nourish the
tissues.

PARTS AND FUNCTIONS

 The spleen acts as a blood filter; it controls the amount of red blood cells and blood storage in the body,
and helps to fight infection.
 The thymus gland is a lymphatic organ and an endocrine gland that is found just behind the sternum. It
secretes hormones and is crucial in the production, maturation, and differentiation of immune T cells.
 Tonsils are the body's first line of defense as part of the immune system. They sample bacteria and viruses
that enter the body through the mouth or nose.
 The appendix is a pouch of lymphatic tissue that’s attached to the large intestine. It’s located in the lower-
right area of the abdomen. Although it’s made of lymphatic tissue, the appendix doesn’t appear to have
much lymphatic function in humans, but it does release some mucus into the large intestine.
 The subclavian vein emptied blood from the upper extremities and then carry it back to the heart. They
connect with several other smaller veins in the body such as the interior jugular veins.
 The axillary nodes are a group of lymph nodes located in the axillary (or armpit) region of the body. They
perform the vital function of filtration and conduction of lymph from the upper limbs, pectoral region, and
upper back.
 The function of the thoracic duct is to transport lymph back into the circulatory system. Interstitial fluid is
collected by lymph capillaries from the interstitial space.
 Popliteal Lymph Nodes function as the lymphatic system of lower legs and feet. A fibrous outer capsule
encapsulates the lymphatic tissues in the Popliteal Lymph node for filtering and balancing the blood supply
to the lower regions of body.
  Inguinal lymph nodes are lymph nodes in the human groin. Located in the femoral triangle of the inguinal
region, they are grouped into superficial and deep lymph nodes. The superficial have three divisions: the
superomedial, superolateral, and inferior superficial.
 The red bone marrow contains hematopoietic cells, which are responsible for generating red blood cells.
Produces fat, cartilage, and bone. It's main function is to store adipocytes whose triglycerides can serve as a
source of energy.
 Cervical lymph nodes are lymph nodes found in the neck. Of the 800 lymph nodes in the human body, 300
are in the neck. Cervical lymph nodes are subject to a number of different pathological conditions including
tumours, infection and inflammations.

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 The immune system responds to antigens
by producing cells that directly attack the
pathogen, or by producing special proteins
called antibodies. Antibodies attach to an
antigen and attract cells that will engulf
and destroy the pathogen. The main cells
of the immune system are lymphocytes
known as B cells and T cells.

PARTS AND FUNCTIONS

 Lymph nodes work like biological filter stations. They contain different defense cells, which trap
pathogens and activate the production of specific antibodies in the blood. If lymph nodes become swollen,
painful or hard, it can be a sign of an active defense reaction, for example in an infection or, in rare cases,
in malignant changes of the body’s own cells.
 Spleen has a variety of tasks in the defense system. In the unborn child, the spleen mainly produces blood
and defense cells. After birth this organ is mainly responsible for removing blood cells and for specific
defense functions.
 In addition to the palatine tonsils on the right and left side, which are commonly just called tonsils, there
are also the adenoids above the roof of the throat, the lingual tonsil at the base of the tongue, and more
lymphatic tissue on the sides of the throat. This lymphatic tissue can take on the function of the adenoids, if
these have been removed.
 The thymus gland regulates the immune system through the development of immune cells responsible for
cell-mediated immunity. In addition to immune function, the thymus also produces hormones that promote
growth and maturation.
 The scientists believe that the immune system cells located in the appendix have the function of protecting
the good bacteria.
 Bone marrow produces red blood cells, platelets, and white blood cells. Lymphocytes are produced in the
marrow, and play an important part in the body's immune system.
 As lymph vessels drain fluid from body tissues, this enables foreign material to be delivered to the lymph
nodes for assessment by immune system cells.
 Peyer's patches are small masses of lymphatic tissue found throughout the ileum region of the small
intestine. Also known as aggregated lymphoid nodules, they form an important part of the immune system
by monitoring intestinal bacteria populations and preventing the growth of pathogenic bacteria in the
intestines.
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