The splenic artery, splenic vein, and hymphatics that drain the spleen are attac

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The splenic artery, splenic vein, and hymphatics that drain the spleen are attached at which structure? A) medulla B) trabeculae C) cortex D) hilum E) nodule Which of the following is not an aging-dependent problem of the lymphatic system? A) appendicitis B) T cells become less responsive C) increased susceptibility to infection D) cancer incidence increases E) reduced number of helper T cells The lymphatic system functions to maintain normal blood volume and eliminate local variations in the ____. A) pH of blood B) production of urine C) composition of CSF D) number of peripheral synapses E) composition of interstitial fluid Interstitial fluid resembles blood, but with a lower concentration of ____. A) lipids B) proteins C) nucleic acids D) macrophages E) lymphocytes Lymphatics carry lymph only from peripheral tissues to the ____. A) fourth ventricle B) venous system C) renal system D) digestive system E) arterial system The lymphatic network begins with the ____, also called terminal lymphaties. A) lymph nodes B) Peyer's patches C) lymphatic capillaries D) cisterna chyli E) lymphatic nodules The origin of the thoracic duct in most individuals is the ____. A) cisterna chyli B) MALT C) cervical lymph node D) deep lymphatic trunk E) Peyers patch The ____ collects lymph from both sides of the body inferior to the diaphragm. A) right lymphatic duct B) thoracic duct C) spleen D) thymus E) cisterna chyli

Explanation / Answer

1. Hilum.

2. T cells become less responsive.

3. Composition of interstitial fluids.

4. Proteins.

5. Venous system.

6. Lymph nodes.

7. Thoracic duct.

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