You'll learn all about the amazing lymphatic and respiratory SYSTEM. on DVD
The lymphatic system in most animal species is the most important physiological system of combating foreign bodies such as viruses, bacteria, or fungi. The lymphatic system varies from animal to animal, but in humans, it consists macroscopically of: The bone marrow, spleen, thymus gland, lymph nodes, tonsils, appendix, and a few other organs.
The Lymphatic and Respiratory Systems (Classroom Edition) on DVD
Standard Deviants School - Anatomy, Program 6 - The Lymphatic and Respiratory Systems (Classroom Edition)
Amazon Price: $29.98 (as of 12/28/2009)
Do you long to better understand your lungs? You'll learn all about the amazing lymphatic and respiratory SYSTEM. First we'll cover the lymphatic system and all of its wonders. Then we'll tackle the respiratory system, where you'll see how our bodies obtain oxygen from the air and distribute it throughout our bodies.
The lymph system
The lymph system contains a network of vessels that assists in circulating body fluids. These vessels transport excess fluids away from interstitial spaces in body tissue and returns it to the bloodstream. Lymphatic vessels prevent the backflow of the lymph fluid. They have specialized organs called lymph nodes which filter out destroyed microorganisms. Links
- Lymphatic System
- There are more than 100 tiny, oval structures (called lymph nodes).
Fighting infection
When people say "I'm not well, my glands are up" they are really saying they have swollen lymph nodes because they have an infection. The lymphatic system helps fight infection in many ways such as
When people say "I'm not well, my glands are up" they are really saying they have swollen lymph nodes because they have an infection. The lymphatic system helps fight infection in many ways such as
- Helping to make special white blood cells (lymphocytes) that produce antibodies
- Having other blood cells called macrophages inside the lymph nodes which swallow up and kill any foreign particles, for example germs
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