Lymphatic system
Objectives
At the end of this lecture, student will be able to
• List the components of the lymphatic system
• Explain major functions of the lymphatic system
• Describe the organization of lymphatic vessels
• Explain the formation and flow of lymph
• Differentiate the primary and secondary lymphatic organs and tissues
• Explain the anatomy of thymus and lymph node
• Describe the anatomy of spleen
• List the lymphatic nodules
• Discuss the disorders of Lymphatic system
Content
• Components of lymphatic system
• Lymphatic ducts and trunks
• Formation and flow of lymph
• Primary and secondry lymphatic organs
• Spleen
• Lymphatic nodule
• Disorders
Lymphatic System
• Consists of
– A fluid called lymph
– Vessels - lymphatic vessels
• Lymphatic tissue
– Specialized form of reticular connective tissue
– Contains large numbers of lymphocytes
– B cells and T cells (Adaptive immunity)
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