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Is lymph carried in the cardiovascular system?
Yes, it is both carried through the cardiovascular system, and through the lymphatics. Basically, lymph will first flow through the blood in arteries to the lymph node, then from the lymph node to the lymphatics.
What is the difference between superficial lymphatics and the deep lymphatics?
Superficial lymphatics are located closer to the surface of the skin and drain lymph from the skin and underlying tissues, while deep lymphatics are located deeper within the body and drain lymph from the muscles, joints, and organs. Deep lymphatics also play a role in transporting lymph to the central lymphatic channels in the body.
What do lymphatics flow through?
Lymph nodes
How does Lymph get into the bloddstream?
Lymph will work its way back to the bloodstream via small channels known as lymphatics
Of what importance is the fact that there are fewer efferent than afferent lymphatics associated with lymph nodes?
The fewer number of efferent lymphatics compared to afferent lymphatics is important because it allows for the lymph nodes to effectively filter and concentrate lymph. This enables the lymph nodes to properly survey and mount immune responses against pathogens or foreign particles present in the lymph before it returns to the bloodstream.
What body system includes lymph nodes?
The lymph and lymphatics are apart of the Immune system.
How close to the colon is the lymphatic system?
Lymph, a protein-rich fluid that bathes the cells of the body, is transported in small channels known as lymphatics that run alongside the veins of the colon.
Why does the lymph appear creamy after a meal?
because fats are absorbed from the intestine to the lymphatics specially thoracic duct
What is the consequences of lymphatic obstruction?
With obstruction of the lymphatic system, lymph will be unable to return to the systemic circulation (ie - the blood). Instead, this lymph builds up in the tissues causing swelling that can become extreme. Elephantiasis occurs when a microorganism causes obstruction of the lymphatics and results in grossly swollen appendages.
Is it important that lymphatic tissue is spread throughout the body?
The lymphatic system has four interrelated functions: it is responsible for the removal of interstitial fluid from tissues; it absorbs and transports fatty acids and fats as chyle to the circulatory system; and to Nicklas cells and it transports immune cells to and from the lymph nodes in to the sheppardian part of the bone. The lymph transports antigen-presenting cells (APCs), such as dendritic cells, to the lymph nodes where an immune response is stimulated. The lymph also carries lymphocytes from the efferent lymphatics exiting the lymph nodes. Short answer: it's the circulation for the immune system.
Is lymphedema an autoimmune disease?
No it is not an auto immune disease. It can be congenital due to poorly developed lymphatics, or it can be due to blocked or damaged lymphatics. One of the most common causes in India and Africa is Filariasis which causes blocked lymphatics, and can be treated with medication. It can also be seen in pelvic tumours, when the swelling causes pressure on the vessels and lymphatics. It is seen most commonly now after radical surgery when the lymph nodes are removed for malignant disease.
Where are the anchoring filments?
There are several different site depending o the system. One is in the lymph vessels connecting endothelial cells of lymphatics to surrounding connective tissue space. Another is a part of the sliding filaments in the sarcomere of the muscle cell.
