Lymphoid

Question 1

3 functions of the lymphoid system

Answer 1

1. Adaptive immune system function
2. Removal of excess fluids from body tissues
3. Absorption of fatty acids

Question 2

Primary Lymphoid Tissues

Answer 2

Training
Bone Marrow and Thymus (anterior mediastinum)

Lymphocyte production and maturation pre-antigen exposure

Question 3

Secondary Lymphoid Tissue

Answer 3

Service

Facilitate exposure and response to antigen

Question 4

Secondary lymphoid organs

Answer 4

Bone Marrow
Lymph Nodes
Spleen

Question 5

(2°) Accessory lymphoid organs

Answer 5

Appendix

Tonsils and Adenoids

Question 6

(2°) Mucosa Associated Lymphoid Tissue (MALT)

Answer 6

Peyer’s Patch (GIT, GALT)
BALT (airways)
Urinary Tract