Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
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ISBN: 9781260159363
Author: Martin, Terry R., Prentice-craver, Cynthia
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Publishing Co.
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The correct term in the given blank.

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The lymphatic system is a net of tissues and organs that aids rid the body of waste, another unwanted substance and toxins. It also termed as lymphoid system. It is made of a large group of lymphatic organs, lymphatic or lymphoid tissues, and lymphoid vessels.

The vessels transport a clear fluid towards the heart, called lymph. Unlike the circulatory system, the lymphatic system is not a closed system.

The main function of the lymphatic system is to carry a fluid containing white blood cells (lymph) fights with infection, throughout the body.

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