Exam 20: The Lymphatic System and Lymphoid Organs and Tissues

The cisterna chyli collects lymph from the lumbar trunks draining the upper limbs and from the intestinal trunk draining the digestive organs.

What is the consequence of obstruction of the lymphatics?

Digested fats are absorbed from the intestine by the lymph capillaries.

Flow of lymph through a lymph node is slowed due to ________.

Select the correct statement about lymph transport.

Lymphatic capillaries are present in ________.

Figure 20.1 Using Figure 20.1, match the following: -Axillary node(s).

How are lymphatic capillaries affected by tissue inflammation?

Because lymph vessels are very low-pressure conduits,movements of adjacent tissues are important in propelling lymph through the lymphatics.

Which of the following is NOT a normal component of lymph?

Figure 20.1 Using Figure 20.1, match the following: -Cisterna chyli.

Which cells are the main "warriors" of the immune system?

Figure 20.2 Using Figure 20.2, match the following: -Cortex.

Lymph transport involves all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Figure 20.2 Using Figure 20.2, match the following: -Medulla.

Lymphoid tissue that appears as a swelling of the mucosa in the oral cavity is called a(n)________.

Which lymphoid organ atrophies as we age?

Lymphedema may occur as a complication after a radical mastectomy,in which lymph nodes have been removed.Explain why it might occur.

The thymus is the only lymphoid organ that does NOT ________.

Match the following: -Protein-containing fluid within lymphatic vessels.