lymphatic systems
Body's fluid highways
Lymphatic systems is the plural of lymphatic system, the network of vessels, nodes, and organs that drains fluid from tissues and returns it to the bloodstream.
The lymphatic system also filters pathogens and produces immune cells.
Unlike blood, lymph has no pump—it moves through muscle contractions and breathing: Massage can help stimulate sluggish lymphatic systems.
- antibodiesProteins targeting pathogens
- white blood cellsPathogen-fighting components of plasma
- nodesPoints of connection
- swollen glandsInflamed immune tissue masses
- vesselsCarriers or containers
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