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

Secondary Lymphoid Organs: Lymph Nodes

Anatomy & Physiology

20. The Lymphatic System

Secondary Lymphoid Organs: Lymph Nodes

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Which of the following is NOT considered a function of lymph nodes?

Production of red blood cells

Filtration of lymph to remove pathogens

Activation of the immune response

Storage of lymphocytes

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Understand the primary functions of lymph nodes: Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped structures that are part of the lymphatic system. They play a crucial role in filtering lymph, a fluid that circulates through the lymphatic system, and in housing lymphocytes, which are white blood cells that help in immune responses.

Identify the typical functions of lymph nodes: Lymph nodes filter lymph to remove pathogens and debris, activate the immune response by presenting antigens to lymphocytes, and store lymphocytes that can respond to infections.

Consider the process of red blood cell production: Red blood cells are primarily produced in the bone marrow, not in lymph nodes. This process is known as erythropoiesis.

Compare the given options with the known functions of lymph nodes: Evaluate each option to determine if it aligns with the known functions of lymph nodes.

Determine which option does not match the functions of lymph nodes: Since the production of red blood cells occurs in the bone marrow and not in lymph nodes, this option is not a function of lymph nodes.