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Lymph: fluid within lymphatic vessels

1. Made of water & dissolved substances

(that had left blood capillaries by filtration and diffusion)

2.Includes small, dissolved proteins that had also leaked from capillaries

Forces that propel lymph through lymphatic vessels:

- skeletal muscle contractions

- breathing movements

- contraction of smooth muscle in walls of lymphatic trunks

(movement similar to venous movement)

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What does the lymphatic system do?

he main function of the lymphatic system is to transport lymph fluid throughout the body, which in turn helps with the functions of the immune system. The main parts of the lymphatic system are the lymph nodes, lymph vessels and lymph fluid, but the thymus, spleen, adenoids and tonsils are also considered part of the system.


What does no bulky adenopathy withing the pelvis mean?

Adenopathy is the term used to describe enlargement or disease of the glands, especially lymph nodes. In medical terms, bulky describes a "cancer with a considerable tumor burden" or non-palpable lymph nodes. Although the description, "no bulky adenopathy with in the pelvis," could possibly be used to describe the condition of erectile dysfunction, it would technically mean there is nothing wrong with the lymph system within the pelvic area.


How does lymph move through the lymph vessels without a pump?

Lymph is moved through the lymph vessels by surrounding muscles contracting and relaxing, which creates pressure changes that help propel the lymph forward. Additionally, one-way valves within the lymph vessels prevent the backflow of lymph, helping to maintain the flow.


How can the removal of enlarged lymph nodes for microscopic examination aid in diagnosing certain diseases?

the lymph system is the body's primary defense against infection. certain components produce and transport cells and protein that help rid the body of infection and they include the spleen, tonsils, lymph nodes, and lymph vessels.


Does the lymphatic system produce hormones and enzymes?

No, the lymphatic system is (to the best of current knowledge) strictly a transportation system for lymph that runs parallel to the cardiovascular system.

Related Questions

Describe the source of the lymph?

Lymph is a clear fluid


What is the goal of the lymphatic system?

- transport lymph, clear, colorless fluid containing white blood cells - lymphocytes are manufactured in the lymph nodes - defence (Specific, Nonspecific) mechanism of the body - Return tissue fluid to the bloodstream - Transport fats from the digestive tract to the bloodstream


Lymph and mechanisms of lymph transport?

Lymph is a tissue that diffuses into the lymphatic capillaries


What does lymph transport depend on to function?

Lymph transport depends on the movement of adjacent tissues, such as skeletal muscles.


What is the mechanism that aids lymph return?

valves


What is lymph channels?

Lymph channels-- The vessels that transport lymph throughout the body. Lymph is a clear fluid that contains cells important in forming antibodies that fight infection.


Why are the the lymph vessels needed in our body?

The lymph vessels are needed becasue If the white cells don't destroy the germs In our body the lymph will do.Lymphs are Some kind Of fluid that Is similar to the blood but Insted of transport blood it transport lymph By :A fifth grade student on john Spry sCHOOL


What is the clear fluid that bathes the cell and transport lymphocytes?

lymph


Is blood plasma the source of lymph?

yes


How is water transported around the human body?

By the blood.


Lymph enters a node through what kind of lymphatic vessel?

Afferent lymphatic vessels bring lymph into a lymph node. These vessels help transport lymph, which contains immune cells and waste products, into the node for filtering and processing.


Transport of hormones to muscles?

Mainly it is through blood. Lymph may involve sometimes