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Overview of the Lymphatic System Functions by Ruth Cindy Filan-sitorus is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The lymphatic system functions to drain interstitial fluid, transport dietary lipids, and provide protection. Lymph is formed when excess fluid and proteins escape from capillaries and enter lymphatic capillaries, which then merge into larger vessels that return lymph to the bloodstream. Key components include lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and organs such as the thymus and spleen, which play crucial roles in filtering lymph and supporting immune function.
- Author
- Ruth Cindy Filan-sitorus
- Language
- EN