Functions

• Lymphatic tissue initiates highly specific responses directed against microbes or abnormal cells.
• Lymphatic VESSELS drain excess INTERTITIAL FLUID from tissue spaces and return it to the BLOOD.
• What function closely links the lymphatic system to the cardiovascular system?

  Drains excess interstitial fluid
• Without this function, the maintenance of CIRCULATING BLOOD VOLUME would not be possible.
• LYMPHATIC VESSELS transports LIPIDS and lipid-soluble vitamins absorbed by the GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT.
• What are the lipid-soluble vitamins?

  A, D, E, K