Anatomy of the Lymphatic System Functions of the Lymphatic System
1. Drain interstitial fluid
2. Transport dietary lipids 3. Facilitate immune responses Structure of a Lymph Node
• Outer Cortex: contains B
lymphocytes • Germinal Centers: where B lymphocytes proliferate, also contain Macrophages • Dendritic cells: Serve as antigen-presenting cells • Medullary Cords: contain B lymphocytes and Plasma cells (modified B lymphocytes)