Interactions between Body Systems
Nervous system
Stimulates fever in response to infection
Lymphatic system
Works with immune system to regulate nodes and protect the body from harmful materials
Immune system
Works with lymphatic system to regulate nodes and protect the body from harmful materials
Positive feedback system
Amplifies a change until a desired outcome is reached
Digestive system
Breaks down food into smaller pieces and distributes nutrients to body cells
Muscular system
Contracts esophageal muscles to move food to the stomach
Excretory system
Filters wastes from the blood and excretes them as urine
Respiratory system
Increases respiration rate and delivers more oxygen to muscle cells
Endocrine system
Interacts with circulatory system to maintain homeostasis and control hormone levels
Female reproductive system
Interacts with endocrine system to control hormone levels for pregnancy
Integumentary system
Interacts with excretory system to release sweat and prevent overheating
Skeletal system
Produces red blood cells, stores minerals, supports the body, and protects organs
Calcium
Supplies bones with the most important mineral for bone health
Circulatory system
Transports white blood cells to the site of injury
