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The network of vessels through which lymph drains from the tissues into the blood. |
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duct that carries lymph which is eventually added to the blood |
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larger lymphatic vessel that empties lymph into one of the subclavian veins. |
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The clear to yellow fluid that runs through the lymphatic system. Contains mostly white blood cells. |
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Large, red organ on the left side of the body that makes a portion of the bodies immune cells. |
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Large vein located under the clavical, where the lymph ducts flow into. |
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small swellings in the lymphatic system where lymph is filtered and lymphocytes are formed |
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