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Tonsils are part of the lymphatic system. They are located in the back of the throat. They function to guard against inhaled and ingested pathogens. They have deep pits that catch bacteria and food debris. This is then circulated by the circulatory system and eaten by macrophages. (very big cells) People often have them removed because they become infected and cause problems.
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∙ 9y agoTonsils are the immune systems first-line of defense against inhaled pathogens. They produce T-cells, a type of white blood cell that aids in immunity. The spleen helps with immunity by purifying the blood and helps the immune system recognize and attack foreign antibodies.
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∙ 14y agothe special role of the tonsils is to trap and remove any bacteria or other foreign pathogens entering the throat.
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What tonsils are located at the back of the tongue?
lingual tonsils
The pharyngeal tonsils are also called the adenoids?
Palatine tonsils and adenoids are NOT synonymous. Palatine tonsils, sometimes called faucial tonsils, are found at the back of the throat. Adenoids are the pharyngeal tonsils, located in the back of the nasal cavity.
What are the three tonsils?
There are FIVE pairs of tonsils in the pharynx or throat, though the exact number will differ depending on the textbook:Nasal (lymphatic tissue in the nose)Adenoids/Pharangeal/Luschka (nasopharynx)Palatine (oropharynx)Tubal (pharynx side of the auditory tubes)Lingual (oropharynx)Note: the cerebellar tonsil is a structure in the brain.
What is the special role an organism plays in a community?
Niche! is a special role of an organism that plays in a community
If the tonsils are taken out can you still get tonsillitis?
No, if you have no tonsils then you cannot have inflamed tonsils.
What is the special role of the tonsils the spleen?
Tonsils are the immune systems first-line of defense against inhaled pathogens. They produce T-cells, a type of white blood cell that aids in immunity. The spleen helps with immunity by purifying the blood and helps the immune system recognize and attack foreign antibodies.
System of vessels that collects body fluids and filter it through special tissues like tonsils?
lymphatic
What are Types of tonsils?
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
What happened to my tonsils?
If they were removed, they were likely discarded at the hospital. Not in the regular trash, but in a special way according to the regulations for biohazards.
What tonsils are located at the back of the tongue?
lingual tonsils
The pharyngeal tonsils are also called the adenoids?
Palatine tonsils and adenoids are NOT synonymous. Palatine tonsils, sometimes called faucial tonsils, are found at the back of the throat. Adenoids are the pharyngeal tonsils, located in the back of the nasal cavity.
Did Taylor launter get his tonsils taken out?
Actor Taylor Lautner did in fact get his tonsils taken out. He had them removed back in 2011. Taylor Lautner is best known for his role in the hit movie series called "Twilight".
What role do adenoids play in childhood?
In childhood, adenoids and tonsils are believed to play a role in fighting infections by producing antibodies that attack bacteria entering the body through the mouth and nose.
What tonsils can be found in the oral cavity?
Tonsils, palatine tonsils and Waldeyer's ring. Tonsils are part of the lymphatic (Immune System)
What are the three tonsils?
There are FIVE pairs of tonsils in the pharynx or throat, though the exact number will differ depending on the textbook:Nasal (lymphatic tissue in the nose)Adenoids/Pharangeal/Luschka (nasopharynx)Palatine (oropharynx)Tubal (pharynx side of the auditory tubes)Lingual (oropharynx)Note: the cerebellar tonsil is a structure in the brain.
What is the special role an organism plays in a community?
Niche! is a special role of an organism that plays in a community
What gets removed during a tonsillectomy?
Both the tonsils are removed during tonsillectomy
