20. The Lymphatic System

Which fluid does lymph most closely resemble?

Which of the following distinguishes lymphatic vessels from veins?

Lymphatic sinuses in the cortex and medulla of the lymph node primarily function to:

What role does lymph play in the circulatory system?

Lymph leaves a lymph node via which of the following vessels?

Filtration of lymphatic fluid occurs primarily in the:

Which of the following mechanisms is NOT used to propel lymph through lymphatic vessels?

Which lymphatic duct receives lymph from the majority of the body regions?

The right lymphatic duct drains which of the following parts of the body?

Lymph is similar in composition to blood plasma but contains very low levels of which component?

Lymph is eventually returned to the circulation at which blood vessels?

Which of the following is a function of lymph?

Which of the following is not a major function of the lymphatic system?

Which of the following actions causes lymph to flow through the lymphatic vessels?

How are lymphatic vessels similar to veins?