A means of returning blood fluid, lymph, that has escaped from capillaries back into the bloodstream. Defended against foreign bodies by lymphocytes.

system of glands, tissues, and passages involved in generating the production of lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell) and circulating them through the body via lymph fluid; part of the immune system.

A network of vessels in the body for transporting immune system cells that is separate from the blood circulation. Includes the lymph nodes, which are immune system command centers.

Extensive metabolic system consisting of lymph nodes, a network of small vessels called lymphatics that transport lymph, and the large lymph gland known as the spleen. The lymphatic system serves as a vehicle for the spread of prostate cancer. Cancer of the lymphatic system takes two forms, lymphoma and Hodgkin's disease.

A network of vessels, valves, ducts, nodes and organs that help to regulate the fluid environment of the body by producing, filtering and conveying lymph and by producing various blood cells. Lymph capillaries and vessels transport fats, proteins and other substances to the blood system and restore fluid that leaks out of the capillaries and cells during normal metabolism. Lymph is moved through the lymphatic system by various body movements (muscle contractions, lung pressure changes, the working of organs).

The circulatory network of vessels, spaces and nodes carrying lymph, the almost colorless fluid that bathes the body's cells. The system is important in the body's defense against infection.

System of tubes and glands in the body which filters body fluid and fights infection. Made up of the lymph glands, lymphatic vessels and the spleen.

the organ system in the body that includes the bone marrow, lymph nodes, spleen, and thymus.

The tissues and organs that produce and stire white blood cells used to fight infection.

the system including all structures involved in the transfer of lymph from the tissues to the bloodstream. It includes the lymph capillaries, lacteals, lymph nodes, lymph vessels and main lymph ducts. malignant: cancerous tumors or cells. They can invade and damage nearby tissues and organs. These tumors make cancer a serious and life-threatening illness.

The system of vessels and lymph nodes which is involved in returning tissue fluid to the blood stream and in the production of antibodies

A network of vessels throughout the body for transporting large particles. This is the pathway used by fat to get from the intestines to the bloodstream and finally to adipose tissue.

a body system consisting of lymph, lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, the thymus gland and the spleen. It is a circulatory system in which lymph fluid is collected and drained from body tissues, filtered of foreign matter and returned to the bloodstream.

this consists of the spleen, lymph nodes and areas of lymphoid tissue such as the tonsils. It plays a major part of the body's immune response.

consists of lymphatic vessels, a fluid called lymph, lymph nodes, the thymus, and the spleen.

the extension of the circulatory system consisting of capillaries called lymph vessels, a fluid called lymph, and structures called lymph nodes.

The network of nodes and vessels that carry lymph throughout the body.

An important aspect of the body's immune system, consisting of vessels that carry lymph fluid from tissues throughout the body through the lymph nodes to the venous blood circulation.

Part of the body's immune system. The lymphatic system is made up of lymph vessels which circulate through the body in much the same manner as blood vessels, and smallbean-shaped organs called lymph nodes. Lymph vessels are filled with awater-like substance and lymphocytes which assist in the fight against infections. The lymph nodes filter out bacteria, viruses, fungus and other foreign invaders.

A network of vessels, similar but distinct from the blood vessel system, that carries lymphatic fluid throughout the body. This fluid bathes the body's tissues and contains specialized cells that help fight infection.

a network of thin walled vessels that remove excess extracellular fluid from the tissues and return it to the blood. In addition to clearing fluid, this system also clears toxins, wastes, and infection from all tissues of the body.

Tissues and organs that produce and carry white blood cells that fight infection. The system includes a network of thin tubes that carry lymph and white blood cells. The tubes branch into all tissues of the body.

Body system, closely associated with the cardiovascular system, that transports lymph in lymphatic v

Important to the body's immune system. The tissues and organs (including bone marrow, spleen, and thymus) that produce and store lymphocytes (cells that fight infection). Back to Glossary Index

The system of lymph nodes and the lymphatic vessels that connect them.

(lim-FAT-ik): This system includes the bone marrow, spleen, thymus, and lymph nodes and a network of thin tubes that carry lymph and white blood cells. These tubes branch, like blood vessels, into all the tissues of the body.

A network of tissues and organs in your body, including bone marrow and lymph nodes, that removes wastes from body tissues and filters the fluid that helps your body's immune system fight infection and disease.

A system of vessels (lymphatics) that returns lymph from all over the body into the bloodstream. This system is part of the immune system, which plays a major part in the body's defense against infection and cancer.

made up of the tissues and organs that generate white blood cells, fight infections and diseases, and carry them around the body. The Spleen, bone marrow, tonsils, thymus, lymph nodes, and lymphatic vessels are part of this system.

A system of organs (bone marrow, spleen, thymus) and tissues (lymph nodes, lymph vessels) that make, store, and then carry white blood cells to different parts of the body to fight infection and other diseases.

A general term that includes lymph, lymph nodes and lymph vessels.

the tissues and organs that produce, store and transfer cells that help fight disease and infection; consists of bone marrow, lymph nodes, spleen, thymus and the lymphatic vessels

The lymphatic system is a network of tissues, organs, vessels, and glands that produce, store, and carry cells that fight infection in the human body.

The vessels, nodes and ducts that make up the system which collects 'lymph' fluid from tissues all around the body. This fluid is eventually returned to the blood circulatory system via the liver. This is one of the body's primary defence mechanisms where bacteria and toxins are removed from tissues and processed. Malleolus The rounded bony prominences located on either side of the ankle.

lymph nodes and the structures that connect them.

A system of fine vessels which serves to conduct excess fluid from the spaces surrounding cells (interstitium) back into the blood system. See lymph nodes.

The system of vessels that carries the lymphatic fluid through the body.

The tissues and organs (including bone marrow, spleen and lymph nodes) that produce and store cells and substances that fight infection and disease. These organs are connected by a body-wide system of channels, similar to blood vessels, that carry lymph, an almost colorless fluid, and the infection-fighting cells it contains.

A network that includes lymph nodes, lymph, and lymph vessels that serves as a filtering system for the blood.

are vessels within our body conveying the so called lymph, a clear to yellow slightly alkaline fluid derived from the tissue of the body (primary part of the body's sanitation system.)

a complex network of capillaries, thin vessels, valves, ducts, nodes, and organs that helps to protect and maintain the fluid environment of the body by filtering and draining lymph and by producing blood cells.

A network of vessels that conveys salts, water, proteins etc. constituting lymph from the tissue fluids to the bloodstream.

part of the immune system; includes lymph, ducts, organs, lymph vessels, lymphocytes, and lymph nodes, whose function is to produce and carry white blood cells to fight disease and infection.

The tissues and organs that produce, store, and carry white blood cells that fight infection and disease. They include the bone marrow, spleen, thymus, and lymph nodes and a network of thin tubes that carry lymph and white blood cells.

The body's way of removing fluid from tissue. This is one way that cancer can spread.

The interconnected system of spaces and vessels between body tissues and organs by which lymph(transparent liquid) circulates throughout the body.

vessels that carry lymph are part of this system. Other parts include lymph nodes and several organs that produce and store infection-fighting cells. A network of vessels, nodes, ducts and organs that help maintain the body's fluid environment and protect the body by producing lymph.

The tissues and organs that produce, store, and carry cells that fight infection and disease. This system includes the bone marrow, spleen, thymus, lymph nodes, and channels that carry lymph.

A network of glands and vessels that drain interstitial þuid from body tissues and return it to the circulatory system.

the body's complex set of organs, cells, and vessels designed to ward off infections, germs, and diseases

interconnected system of spaces and glands by which lymph (fluid) circulates in the body.

a network of capillary-like vessels, ducts, nodes and organs that help maintain the fluid environment of the body and coordinate immune responses. Two major lymphatic vessels return fluid to the vascular system. The lymphoid organs include the lymph nodes, spleen, thymus, tonsils and adenoids.

a system of vessels and nodes throughout the body which carry the lymph fluid and help to remove toxins from the body.

Network of tubes through which lymph drains from the tissues into the blood.

A system of channels throughout the body that help to drain away excess bodily fluids.

System that helps the body fight infection. Organs include the spleen, lymph vessels, and lymph nodes.

The tissues and organs that produce, store, and carry white blood cells that fight infections and other diseases. This system includes the bone marrow, spleen, thymus, lymph nodes, and lymphatic vessels (a network of thin tubes that carry lymph and white blood cells). Lymphatic vessels branch, like blood vessels, into all the tissues of the body.

The system of the body that removes wastes from body tissues and filters the fluids that help the body fight infection. This system includes the bone marrow, spleen, thymus, lymph nodes, and a network of thin tubes that carry lymph and white blood cells. These tubes branch, like blood vessels, into all the tissues of the body.

The tissues and organs that produce, store, and transport cells that fight infection and disease. (Read about " The Lymph System")

The tissues and organs, including the bone marrow, spleen, thymus, and lymph nodes, that produce and store cells that fight infection and disease. The channels that carry lymph are also part of this system.

Consists of lymph nodes linked by lymph vessels that carry the lymph fluid around the body. This system collects waste from the tissues, returning it to the blood after it has been purified.

A network of vessels that transports lymph - a clear fluid that comes from the blood and bathes the tissues. It contains water, protein and minerals and white blood cells. The lymph passes through a series of filters - the lymph nodes - before rejoining the bloodstream.

The system of lymph nodes and the vessels or small tubes which connect them. Lymph nodes are located throughout the body, filtering out dangerous substances and producing infection-fighting cells called lymphocytes.

The tissue and organs (including the bone marrow, spleen, thymus, and lymph nodes) that produce and store the white blood cells used to fight infection.

The tissues and organs that produce and store lymphocytes and the channels that carry the lymph fluid.

the lymphatic system is part of the immune system, which protects the body against 'invaders', like bacteria and parasites. The lymphatic system is a network of small lymph nodes connected by very thin lymph vessels, which branch into every part of the body. Lymph fluid flows through this system and carries cells that help to fight disease and infection.

Is closely interlinked to the cardiovascular system; consist of the organs of the immune system connected together by a network of lymphatic vessels; its three primary functions are: to collect and return interstitial fluid to the body and maintain fluid balance; defend the body against disease; and to transport fat from the intestines to the blood stream. More information can be found here.

The system of tissues and organs that create and store cells that fight infection and the network of lymphatic vessels and channels that carry lymph.

The tissues and organs, including the bone marrow, spleen, thymus, and lymph nodes, that produce and store cells that fight infection and disease. This system also has channels that carry lymph.

Circulatory network of vessels carrying lymph, and the lymphoid organs such as the lymph nodes, spleen, and thymus, that produce and store infection-fighting cells.

The tissues and organs (including the bone marrow, spleen, thymus, and lymph nodes) that produce and store cells that fight infection and the network of vessels that carry lymph.

The lymphatic system is similar to the blood system, except that it takes waster materials away from cells throughout the body, whereas the blood system brings nutrients to the cells. Eventually the waste in the lymphatic system is dumped into the colon.

the lymphatic system has several functions such as draining tissue spaces of excess interstitial fluid, transports dietary elements to the blood and carries out several immune responses.

A system of vessels that drains lymph from all over the body back into the bloodstream. It is part of the immune system, playing a major part in the body's defences against infection and cancer.

Spaces and vessels between body tissues and organs through which lumps, a clear fluid, circulates; the lymphatic system removes bacteria and other materials from tissues. Metastasizing cancer cells often appear in lymph nodes.

a circulatory system that includes an extensive network of lymph vessels and lymph nodes throughout the body. The lymphatic system helps coordinate the immune system's function to protect the body from foreign substances.

The network of vessels and nodes returning lymph from body tissues to the bloodstream; the lymphatic systems is one of the body's cleansing mechanisms and defends against infections

Circulation system carrying lymph through its vessels and ultimately linking with the blood circulatory system.

Organs that produce and store infection-fighting cells. Includes lymph nodes, bone marrow, spleen and thymus

Organs such as bone marrow, spleen, thymus, and lymph nodes.

A network composed of vessels, lymph nodes, the tonsils, the thymus gland, and the spleen. It is responsible for transporting fluid and nutrients to the bloodstream and for maturing certain blood cells that are part of the body's immune system.

the vessels and nodes throughout the body that carry the lymph fluid and help to remove toxins from the body.

The body's filtering system for the blood that includes lymph nodes, lymph, and lymph vessels

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The vessels and structures involved in carrying lymph from the tissues to the blood.

A network of tubes, channels, glands and body organs that help us to fight infection. See lymphatic system.

A complex network of thin vessels, ducts, and lymph nodes that is integral to the immune system and helps to maintain the fluid environment of tissues and organs throughout the body.

A system of vessels that contain and convey lymph.

This term sums up the tissues and organs which produce and store cells that fight infection (lymphatic cells) as well as the channels that carry lymph. Related links

The lymphatic system is a complex network of lymphoid organs, lymph nodes, lymph ducts, lymph tissues, lymph capillaries and lymph vessels that produce and transport lymph fluid from tissues to the circulatory system. The lymphatic system is a major component of the immune system.