What are Lymph Nodes?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
5. How is the Lymphatic System Different from the Blood Circulation System?
However, unlike blood vessels which circulate blood to and from the tissues of the body by the activity of the heart, lymphatic vessels only carry lymphatic fluid in one direction: from tissues.
Additionally, the lymphatic fluid is delivered to lymphatic nodes that filter it before delivering it back into the bloodstream. The spleen, tonsils, and thymus are also part of the lymphatic system.
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