Lymphatic System

• The lymphatic system is an open ended network of vessels that connect to lymph nodes and to the main organs of the lymphatic system.
• The main roles of the lymphatic system are: -

  1. Managing the fluid levels in the body by returning tissue fluid to the bloodstream.
  2. Carries out specific immune responses.
  3. Transporting lipids and lipid-soluble vitamins from the digestive system to the blood.
• The organs in the lymphatic system are: tonsils, thymus gland, lymph nodes, spleen, lymph nodes, and bone marrow.
• Tonsils are masses of lymphoid tissue found at the back of the throat.
• Thymus gland is located behind the breastbone and produces T lymphocytes (a type of lymphocyte).
• Spleen is a large organ located under the ribcage on the left side of the abdominal cavity.