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Adenoids and Tonsils trap harmful microorganisms, so they could not enter the respiratory system.
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Why are the tonsils important in the lymphatic system?
Adenoids and Tonsils trap harmful microorganisms, so they could not enter the respiratory system.
What are the part of the Lymphatic system?
adenoids, thyroid, tonsils, spleen
What is the largest lymphatic organs in the body are the tonsils and adenoids?
The largest lymphatic organ in the body is the spleen, not the tonsils and adenoids. The spleen helps filter blood, store blood cells, and fight infection. Tonsils and adenoids are part of the lymphatic system as well, located in the throat, and play a role in immune function by helping to trap germs that enter through the mouth and nose.
Is the pituitary gland located near the tonsils and adenoids?
No, the pituitary gland is not located near the tonsils and adenoids. The pituitary gland is situated at the base of the brain, behind the bridge of the nose, while the tonsils and adenoids are part of the lymphatic system located in the throat. These structures have different functions and anatomical locations within the body.
What is a lymphatic system is?
What is a lymphatic system doctor called? The doctor for the lymphatic system is called an immunologist. The lymphatic system is included in the study of immunology and the key primary organs of the immune system are the bone marrow and thymus, secondary are the lymphatic tissues such as the lymph nodes, lymph vessels, spleen, adenoids, tonsils and skin.
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 does 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.
Which of these is part of lymphatic system?
Tonsils.
Besides the palatine tonsils what other tonsils do humans possess?
Humans also possess lingual tonsils at the base of the tongue and pharyngeal tonsils, commonly known as adenoids, located in the back of the throat. These tonsils, along with the palatine tonsils, are part of the lymphatic system and help protect the body against infections.
How do tonsils and adenoids help protect one's respiratory system?
tonsils and adenoids lay at the back of our throat and they help fight of germs that may be inhaled or eaten
What is the system that includes the tonsils?
lymphatic
What are the andoids main functions?
The Adenoids are near the tonsils. They are both part of the lymphatic system. They assist the body in fighting off disease and infections. In children, they are sometimes removed if they become enlarged and sore too often, just like the tonsils.
