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Is the spleen part of the excretory system?
The spleen belongs to the Lymphatic/Immune System.
Why is the spleen not mentioned as a part of the digestive system?
The spleen is part of the lymphatic system.
Spleen in the circulatory or digestive system?
Neither. The spleen is part of the immune system
How is the spleen important to the cardiovascular and lymphatic system?
The spleen produces blood cells, and forms part of the immune system.
What are the part of the Lymphatic system?
adenoids, thyroid, tonsils, spleen
Is spleen is a verb or not?
No, "spleen" is not a verb. It is a noun that refers to an organ in the body that is part of the immune system and helps filter blood.
What organs are part of the lymph system?
spleen, thymus gland and tonsils
Why is the spleen part of the immune system?
The spleen is a purplish red organ located in the upper left part of your abdominal cavity. The spleen is an integral part of the immune system. The spleen filters blood, removes old or damaged platelets and red blood cells, stores blood, and forms some types of white blood cells. If the spleen is damaged it can be removed. You can live without your spleen, but your resistance to infection will be lowered.
What is a splenectomy?
Splenectomy is the surgical removal of the spleen, which is an organ that is part of the lymphatic system.
What organ system does the spleen belong in?
Circulatory.
Why is the spleen not part of the digestive system?
The spleen is not part of the digestive system because it does not produce digestive enzymes or play a direct role in breaking down food. Instead, the spleen is involved in filtering blood, storing red blood cells, and assisting the immune system by producing antibodies.
The spleen is the largest endocrine gland?
That statement is incorrect. The spleen is not an endocrine gland. It is part of the immune system, acting as a blood filter and reservoir for red blood cells.
