The Lymphatic System: What It Is and How It Works

The Lymphatic System: What It Is and How It Works lymphatic system The lymphatic system is a circulatory system made up of lymph vessels, which are much like blood vessels It drains extra fluid that has digestive system The lymphatic capillaries have larger floppy openings and lower pressure which allow

digestive system Key points · The lymphatic system works in parallel with the cardiovascular system and has a network of vessels and key lymphoid organs · The

skeletal system The lymphatic system parallels the cardiovascular system The lymphatic system is unique, in that it is a 1-way Overview Lymph nodes filter lymphatic fluid and move it through your lymphatic system There are hundreds of lymph nodes in your body that