(histology) Tissue consisting of networks of lymphocytes and reticular and collagenous fibers. Also known as lymphoid tissue.
lymphatic tissue
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Tissue consisting of a network of reticular fibers and cells, the meshes of which are occupied by lymphocytes. Also called adenoid tissue, lymphoid tissue.
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