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The appendix is anatomically part of the digestion system but its' function is part of the immune system.

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What does the appendix do in a digestive system?

the appendix does nothing at all


What part of the body system does appendix fall under?

The appendix is part of the digestive system. The base of the appendix is at a fairly constant location, 2 cm below the ileocecal valve.


Which organ system contains the appendix?

the digestive system


What organ system does the appendix belong to?

Digestive system.


Is appendix part of the immune system?

no even doctors don't know why the human body has an appendix it is just there


Which body system includes the appendix?

The appendix is part of the gastrointestinal tract, and so is most closely associated with the digestive system. Its function is not clear.


What organ system does the colon and appendix belong to?

Both the colon and the attached appendix are part of the digestive system. But the appendix has other functions that are not part of that system. It is thought by some that it may be involved in the immune system. Researchers in the United States say the appendix produces and protects good germs for the gut by "rebooting" the digestive system. The team of immunologists at Duke University Medical Center say the human digestive system contains massive amounts of bacteria most of which are good and help the digestion of food.


What organ has no functions in human?

The appendix is said to have no function in the human body, but it actually plays a small role in the lymphatic system.


what organ of the digestive system has no function?

appendix


Is appendix possibly an immune system organ?

no its not.


What is the function of the human cecum and appendix in the digestive system?

The cecum and appendix in the digestive system serve as reservoirs for beneficial bacteria and aid in immune function.


What is the scientific name for a pigs appendix?

Appendix is the scientific name. It is part of the digestive system.