The Tonsils

Question 1

role of the tonsils

Answer 1

trap bacteria and viruses on inhalation

expose to immune system

Question 2

where are the tonsils located?

Answer 2

they are part of Waldeyer’s ring which is lymphoid aggregation in subepithelial layer of oropharynx and nasopharynx

Question 3

what tonsils is Waldeyer’s ring comprised of?

Answer 3

palatine
adenoids (pharnygeal)
lingual

Question 4

what are tonsils covered in?

Answer 4

squamous epithelium with deep crypts and has a posterior capsule attaching it to surrounding structures

Question 5

what are the adenoid tonsils covered in?

Answer 5

ciliated pseudostratified columnar epithelium