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Definition of Lymphatic system
1. Noun. The interconnected system of spaces and vessels between body tissues and organs by which lymph circulates throughout the body.
Exact synonyms: Systema Lymphaticum
Group relationships: Body, Organic Structure, Physical Structure
Terms within: Lymphatic Tissue, Lymphoid Tissue, Lien, Spleen, Thoracic Duct, Lymph Vessel, Lymphatic Vessel, Lymph Cell, Lymphocyte
Generic synonyms: Vascular System
Group relationships: Body, Organic Structure, Physical Structure
Terms within: Lymphatic Tissue, Lymphoid Tissue, Lien, Spleen, Thoracic Duct, Lymph Vessel, Lymphatic Vessel, Lymph Cell, Lymphocyte
Generic synonyms: Vascular System
Definition of Lymphatic system
1. Noun. (anatomy) In mammals, including humans, a network of lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes that transport fluid, fats, proteins, and lymphocytes to the bloodstream as lymph, and remove microorganisms and other debris from tissues. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Lymphatic system
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