Lymphatic System

Question 1

What are the main functions of the lymphatic system?

Answer 1

Fluid balance, immunity, and fat transport.

Question 2

What are lymph nodes responsible for?

Answer 2

Filtering lymph fluid; swell during infection

Question 3

What do lymphatic vessels do?

Answer 3

Return interstitial fluid to the bloodstream.

Question 4

Name key lymphatic organs and their roles.

Answer 4

Spleen (filters blood), thymus (T-cell maturation), tonsils (immune defense).

Question 5

How does sports massage affect the lymphatic system?

Answer 5

Stimulates lymph flow → reduces oedema and speeds recovery.