Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

20. The Lymphatic System

Introduction to the Lymphatic System

Anatomy & Physiology

20. The Lymphatic System

Introduction to the Lymphatic System

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Multiple Choice

The lymphatic system is responsible for which of the following functions in the body?

Maintaining fluid balance and immune defense

Transporting oxygen to tissues

Digesting carbohydrates

Producing hormones for metabolism

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Understand the primary functions of the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is crucial for maintaining fluid balance in the body and plays a significant role in immune defense.

Recognize that the lymphatic system is not directly involved in transporting oxygen to tissues. This function is primarily carried out by the circulatory system, specifically through red blood cells.

Identify that the lymphatic system does not digest carbohydrates. Carbohydrate digestion is a function of the digestive system, involving organs like the stomach and intestines.

Acknowledge that the lymphatic system does not produce hormones for metabolism. Hormone production for metabolism is typically associated with the endocrine system, involving glands such as the thyroid and pancreas.

Conclude that the correct function of the lymphatic system among the given options is maintaining fluid balance and immune defense, as it helps return interstitial fluid to the bloodstream and houses immune cells that protect against pathogens.