Name: Jenelyn W.

Matias Rating: ______

Section: BSN-1C Date: ________

Worksheet 12
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM AND IMMUNITY

Engage

What is this organ located in the initial portion of the large intestine that is considered as
a vestigial organ of digestion since it has no function in that system? However, recent studies
proved that it there are aggregates of lymphoid cells in both inflamed and non- inflamed state of
this organ, hence it is referred to as gut- associated lymphoid tissue (GALT).

Rearrange the jumbled letters to name the organ.

XIPEPADN _________________________

Explore

After exploring the cardiovascular system, you will now know its “relative system”. You
will learn in this activity the two semi-independent divisions of the lymphatic system: (1) the
network of lymphatic organs, and (2) the lymphoid organs and tissues scattered throughout the
body. Likewise, you will also look into the immune response and types of immunity.

A. Functions of the Immune System

Enumerate the functions of the system and briefly discuss how it is able to perform such
function.

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B. Lymphatic Organs

Complete the table below with appropriate organ, anatomy or physiology.

Lymphatic organs Anatomy Physiology

Kidney- shaped structures clustered
along lymphatic vessels

Thymus gland

Graveyard for aged and

defective blood cells

A ring of lymphatic tissue around

the entrance of pharynx

Peyer’s patches

C. Organization and Structure of Lymphatic Vessels

Identify the structures as described.

1. ___________________- small, close-ended vessels made up of simple squamous

epithelium where lymph is reabsorbed
2. ___________________- specialized lymph capillaries found around intestine
that collect fat and deliver it to the bloodstream

3. ___________________- formed by merging lymph capillaries with same tunics as veins,

but with thinner walls
4. ___________________-these are formed by the union of the largest collecting vessels
and drain fairly large areas of the body

5. ___________________- drains lymph from right side of the head and neck, right half of
the thorax, and right upper extremities

6. ___________________- receives lymph from the rest of the body; has an enlarged sac
called cistern chili
7. ___________________- largest vein where the internal jugular and subclavian veins
empty lymph back to the heart

D. Immunity
 This is the state of having enough biological defenses to fight infection, disease, and
other unwanted biological invasion.

Match the types of immunity written on the table with the descriptions below. Write the
number corresponding to the type.

1. Innate 2. Acquired Adaptive

3. Natural-active 4. Artificial-active
5. Natural- passive 6. Artificial-passive
7. Antibody-mediated 8. Cell-mediated

1. The body is producing antibodies as a result of bacterial infection. __________

2. An adaptive immune response involving T lymphocytes. __________
3. It occurs when we receive vaccines of attenuated antigens. __________
4. This immunity is highly specific to the pathogen; has a memory. __________
5. This involves the B lymphocytes that give rise to antibodies. __________
6. This is a generalized defense against all foreign invaders. __________
7. It happens when a person receives infusion of gamma globulins. __________
8. It is passed on from the mother onto a fetus through placenta. __________

Explain

1. Mrs. Halili is suffering from edema in the lower limb. Explain why elevation and
massage of the limbs help to decrease the swelling.
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2. Explain the difference between the active and passive immunity. In what situations is
one type preferred over the other?
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3. What effect does aging have on the major functions of the lymphatic system?
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Extend

1. Compare and contrast the four major types of grafts.

Grafts Descriptions

Autografts

Isografts

Allografts

Xenografts

2. Identify the body’s defenses by completing the table below with the corresponding bodily
structures.

The Immune System

Innate Defense Mechanism Adaptive Defense Mechanism

First Line Second Line Third Line of Defense

1. 1. 1.
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3. 3. 3.

Evaluate

I. Identification

______________1. It is the largest lymphatic organ and destroys worn-out RBCs.

______________2. They reabsorb fats in the intestines.

______________3. These are lymphocytes that have migrated to the thymus.

______________4. These are chemical mediators found in tears that directly kill some bacteria.

______________5. It is an overstated immune response to substances that are usually not

damaging.

II. Two Tier Test. Encircle the letter corresponding to your chosen answer then rephrase the
chosen statement to make it correct.

1. Which is not true of the spleen?

a. The fetal spleen produces RBC.

b. Antibodies are produced in the spleen by cells called fixed monocytes.

c. The spleen is located in the LUQ of the abdomen.

d. Fixed macrophages in it phagocitize pathogens in the blood.

Rephrase: _____________________________________________________________

2. Which is not true about the lymph nodes?

a. There are three major groups: cervical, axillary and inguinal.

b. During serious infection, they become swollen.

c. They are located along the lymphatic ducts.

d. They contain fixed macrophages and plasma cells.

Rephrase: _____________________________________________________________

3. Which is not true regarding thymus and immunity?

a. The thymus is most active in the fetus and child.
 b. The thymus is located above the thyroid gland.

c. T cells are the lymphocytes produced by the thymus.

d. The thymus is necessary for T cells maturation.

Rephrase: _____________________________________________________________

Name: ___________________________ Rating: ______

Section: ______________ Date: ________

Graphic Organizer 12

Types of Acquired Immunity

How are they acquired?

Group Name: ___________________________ Rating: ______
Section: ______________ Date: ________

Group Dynamics 12

What Survey Says on Immune Response

Objectives

At the end of the exercise, you should be able to:

1. Demonstrate the effects of gender and age on the incidence of chicken

pox infection; and
2. Demonstrate the effects of immunization on the incidence of chicken
pox infection
Methodology.

1. Conduct a survey of 20-50 subjects (persons in your barangay).

3. Determine if these individuals have contracted chicken pox.
4. Determine if these individuals have ever contracted chicken pox twice.
5. Get the following information from the respondents:
a. Gender b. age when chicken pox occurred
6. Determine if these individuals were immunized for chicken pox.
7. Tabulate the data in the tables below.

Observations

Incidence of chicken pox among respondents:

Never infected First infection Second infection

Male
 Female

Total

Incidence of chicken pox among male and female respondents:

Age (when infected) Male Female

1-5

6-10

11-15

16-20

21-25

Total

Incidence of chicken pox in relation to immunization:

Acquired Infection Never Infected

Immunized

Not Immunized

Total

Guide questions for discussion of results

1. Based on the survey, which gender has more incidence of contracting chicken pox? Which age
group is commonly infected with chicken pox?
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2. Is immunization effective or not in preventing infection? Why?

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3. For those non-immunized and have acquired the infection before, is it possible for them to acquire
the infection again? Why?
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 4. What type of vaccine is commonly used against chicken pox?
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8. When is the vaccine ideally given?___________________________________________________

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