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Lymphatic System and Fluid Flow Quiz

#1

Which organ is primarily responsible for filtering lymph?

Spleen
Explanation

The spleen filters lymph.

#2

What is the fluid called that is filtered by the lymphatic system?

Lymph
Explanation

The fluid filtered by the lymphatic system is called lymph.

#3

Which vessel carries lymph back to the bloodstream?

Lymphatic vessel
Explanation

The tonsils are located in the throat.

#4

Where are the tonsils located in the human body?

Throat
Explanation

The thymus is a primary lymphoid organ.

#5

What is the main function of the spleen in the lymphatic system?

Filtering blood
Explanation

Lymphatic capillaries have valves.

#6

Which of the following is a characteristic of lymphatic capillaries?

They have valves
Explanation

The liver is not a lymphatic organ.

#7

Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?

Producing insulin
Explanation

Producing insulin is not a function of the lymphatic system.

#8

What is the main function of lymph nodes?

To filter lymph and remove harmful substances
Explanation

The main function of lymph nodes is to filter lymph and remove harmful substances.

#9

Which of the following is a primary lymphoid organ?

Thymus
Explanation

An abnormal enlargement of lymph nodes is called lymphadenopathy.

#10

What is the term for an abnormal enlargement of lymph nodes?

Lymphadenopathy
Explanation

Lacteals are responsible for absorbing fats from the digestive system.

#11

Which of the following is NOT a lymphatic organ?

Liver
Explanation

The primary function of lymphocytes in the lymphatic system is to fight infections.

#12

What is the primary function of lymphocytes in the lymphatic system?

To fight infections
Explanation

Lymph nodes are a secondary lymphoid organ.

#13

Which of the following is a disorder related to the lymphatic system?

Lymphedema
Explanation

Lymphatic vessels carry lymph back to the bloodstream.

#14

Which component of the lymphatic system is responsible for absorbing fats from the digestive system?

Lacteals
Explanation

The main function of the spleen in the lymphatic system is filtering blood.

#15

Which of the following is a secondary lymphoid organ?

Lymph nodes
Explanation

Lymphatic vessels carry lymph away from tissues.

#16

Which condition is characterized by the accumulation of lymphatic fluid, usually in the arms or legs?

Lymphedema
Explanation

The thymus is responsible for the maturation of T lymphocytes.

#17

Which disorder results from an abnormal multiplication of lymphocytes?

Lymphoma

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