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the lymphatic system

  1. what is included in this system?
    • lymph nodes
    • spleen
    • tonsils
    • thymus
  2. where are the lymphnodes or glands located?
    • submandibular (below the jaw)
    • pre-scapula (between the shoulderblades)
    • axillary- armpit
    • popliteal (behind the knee)
    • inguinal (groin)
  3. what is the name for the white blood cells in the lymphatic system?
    lymphocytes
  4. what is the lymphatic systems main roll?
    main roll in immune system
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the lymphatic system
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the lymphatic system a and p midterm prep
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