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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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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.
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.
Langerhans cells are the mechanism of action of which function of skin?
They are the antigen presenting cells (APCs) of the skin. They capture antigens and then migrate to the lymph nodes where they present to T cells.
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?
The contradiction and relaxation of skeletal muscles moves lymph trough the lymph vessels.
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.
A fluid transport fatty acid and glycerol?
lymph
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.
Transport of hormones to muscles?
Mainly it is through blood. Lymph may involve sometimes
