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The main function of lymph nodes is to act as a drainage system by absorbing and expelling proteins, dead cells, bacteria and other waste products from the body. Basically they clean and filter the lymph before it is returned to the blood.

They are also a major part of the immune system, as they produce antibodies and lymphocytes.

If there is an infection present in the body, the lymph nodes produce more lymphocytes to combat the infection. As they are very active at this stage, they may swell and become painful and hot...


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Lymph Nodules can be either Primary Nodules or Secondary Nodules?

Yes, primary nodules don't have germinal centers(active B cells) while secondary nodules do.


What part of the digestive tract has the most lymph nodules and bacteria?

The small intestine has the most lymph nodules and bacteria in the digestive tract. The lymph nodules help with immune responses, while the bacteria play a key role in digestion and nutrient absorption.


How are lymphatic nodules different from lymphatic organs?

Lymphatic Nodules-Any of the small bodies located along the lymphatic vessels, particularly at the neck, armpit, and groin, that filter bacteria and foreign particles from lymph fluid. As lymph flows through a lymph node at least 99 % of the antigens in the lymph are removed. The lymphatic organs are organs that produces lymphocytes or is associated with lymphocyte function, for example, the lymph nodes, spleen, and thymus.


Where are bean shape structures found in the body?

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What is a inflammatory disease in which small nodules or tubercles form in lymph nodes and other organs?

the microbe of tuberculosis enters the lungs and the body responds by sealing it off inside nodules or tubercles


Do lymph nodes filter lymph?

lymph capillary Lymph fluid is filtered in lymph nodes. Lymph nodes are along lymph vessels which that run along blood vessels. Lymph vessels draw in interstitial fluid (fluid between cells) and it them becomes lymph fluid. Lymph nodules are in connective tissue in place of high traffic and does not function as a filter because it's not along a lymph vessel.


Which alimentary canal tunic has the greatest abundance of lymph nodules?

Oh, dude, the mucosa is the one with the most lymph nodules. It's like the VIP section for immune cells in your digestive system. So, yeah, if you want to hang out where all the action is happening, that's the place to be.


What white blood cells are produced by lymph nodes and nodules?

White blood cells, specifically those called lymphocytes.


What is the name of the structural units of lymph node that contain a germinal center?

Is the central ,light staining region within a lymphoid follicle in spleen ,lymph nodes,or mucosal lymphoid tissue that forms during T cell-dependent humoral immune response and is the site of B cell and antibodies affinity maturation and antibodies class swiching .


Clear liquid that bathes the tissues and participates in a number of immune functions?

Lymph


What are the functions of the lymph node?

To help protect the body by removing forgien material


What is the Structure of lymph node?

Lymph nodes are bean-shaped swellings that are found along the length of lymph vessels, forming clusters in the neck, armpit and groin areas. The lymph node is surrounded by a fibrous capsule, and each node is filled with a mes-like tissue (trabeculae), which slows the flow of lymph and supports the white blood cells and destroy pathogens. The nodes also contain lymphocyte nodules that are surrounded by sinuses. The node can be divided into an outer cortex and inner medulla. During infection, you may notice that the lymph nodes swell and become painful.

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