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Sunday, June 8, 2008

the lymphatic system


the lymphatic system has many jobs. first it serves as a defense mechanisms because it filters out organisms that cause disease. It also produces certain white blood cells and generates antibodies. the lymphatic system distributs fluids and nutrients in the body. it also drains excess fluids and protein so that tissues do not swell up. here is a picture of the lymphatic system

2 comments:

kelsey said...

I liked your picture it really showed me how the lymphatic system works.

Marek Bennett said...

I need to know more... can you include your link to your SOURCE for this picture?

-- Marek