homework 11

The fluid that is carried by the lymphatic circulation is called Blank______.

lymph

A compartmentalized network of vessels, cells, and specialized accessory organs that renders surveillance, recognition, and protection against foreign materials is the Blank______ system.

lymphatic

Which term refers to a group of leukocytes that include B cells, Natural Killer T cells, and T cells?

lymphocytes

Cells that engulf and destroy foreign molecules are ________________________ and macropages _____________ that comprise the mononuclear phagocyte system (MPS).

monocytes; macrophages

Which are granulocytic white blood cells?

neutrophils, basophils, eosinophils, mast cells

Which of the following processes are components of the second line of defense?

phagocytosis fever inflammation antimicrobial products

Nonspecific host defense mechanisms include chemical barriers and barriers.

physical

As an external, protective barrier that is highly impervious and waterproof, human_______________ provides significant protection from microbes.

skin

A triangular structure in the lower neck region that serves as a maturation site for T lymphocytes is the Blank______.

thymus

Naive T lymphocytes originate in the bone marrow and migrate to the to complete their maturation.

thymus

Under the influence of hormones, naive T-cells that have migrated to the Blank______ develop specificity and are released into circulation as mature T cells.

thymus

The liquid connective tissue consisting of erythrocytes, leukocytes, and platelets suspended in plasma is called Blank______.

whole blood

The liquid substance that moves through the arteries, veins, and capillaries is called Blank______.

whole blood

Bean-shaped organs in clusters situated along lymphatic channels and large blood vessels are

lymph nodes

All organs and tissues contain a network of fibers and macrophages called the Blank______ system.

mononucleear phagocyte

Select all the correct options from the following materials that are not transported by lymphatic fluid? Multiple select question.

- clotting factor - normal microbiota - oxygen and CO2

Select all the correct options regarding the nonspecific host defenses.

- first line - second line

Select all the correct options from the following materials that are transported by lymphatic fluid

- infectious agents - white blood cells - cellular debris

The agranulocytic leukocytes include two general types, the ________ and __________

- monocytes - lymphocytes

The 3 main types of phagocytes are , , and dendritic cells.

- neutrophils, macrophages

elect all the correct options from the following that are considered to be lymphoid organs.

- speen - thymus - lymph nodes - tonsils

______ allow for a close association between the fluid compartments of the body, an important part of effective immune responses.

blood vessels

Which of the following is not a major function of the lymphatic system? a0 supporting surveillance through lymphocytes, phagocytes and antibodies b) providing a route to return extracellular fluid to the circulatory system c) transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide to tissues throughout the body d) acting as a drain- off system for the inflammatory system

c) transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide to tissues throughout the body

Communication between separate fluid compartments of the body is conducted primarily through Blank______.

capillaries

Lymph nodes located in the neck are called __________ nodes.

cervical

Which of the following is part of the body's second line of defense?

fever

Neutrophils, basophils, and eosinophils are categorized as Blank______.

granulocytes

The production of blood cells is called Blank______.

hemoatopoiesis

ymph nodes located in the groin area are called Blank______ nodes.

inguinal