The Lymphatic System

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  1. 3. A condition characterized by swollen lymph nodes (Lymphadenopathy)
  2. 7. A type of white blood cell involved in inflammation (Neutrophil)
  3. 9. A condition characterized by the accumulation of lymph in tissues (Lymphedema)
  4. 10. A condition characterized by an underactive immune system (Immunodeficiency)
  5. 14. A type of white blood cell that engulfs and digests pathogens (Phagocyte)
  6. 16. A protein molecule that marks pathogens for destruction (Antibody)
  7. 21. The area where lymphatic vessels converge and drain into veins (Lymph duct)
  8. 22. The process by which lymphocytes mature (Lymphopoiesis)
  9. 23. The type of immunity that is transferred from mother to child through breast milk (Passive)
  10. 24. The gland that produces hormones involved in immune function (Thyroid)
  11. 25. organ responsible for the maturation of T lymphocytes (Thymus)
  12. 26. The first line of defense in the lymphatic system (Skin)
  13. 28. The type of immunity that is acquired through vaccination (Adaptive)
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  1. 1. The type of lymphocyte responsible for cell-mediated immunity (T cell)
  2. 2. A type of white blood cell involved in allergic reactions (Eosinophil)
  3. 4. The type of immunity that occurs after an individual recovers from an infection (Acquired)
  4. 5. A substance that triggers an immune response (Antigen)
  5. 6. The organ responsible for producing lymphocytes (Thymus)
  6. 8. The vessels that transport lymph throughout the body (Lymphatic vessels)
  7. 9. The small, bean-shaped structures that filter lymph (Lymph nodes)
  8. 11. The primary function of the lymphatic system (Immune defense)
  9. 12. The fluid that leaks from blood vessels into tissues (Interstitial fluid)
  10. 13. A type of white blood cell involved in the immune response (Lymphocyte)
  11. 15. A condition characterized by an overactive immune response (Autoimmunity)
  12. 17. The process by which lymphocytes recognize and attack pathogens (Immune response)
  13. 18. The clear fluid that flows through the lymphatic system (Lymph)
  14. 19. The type of immunity that is present from birth (Innate)
  15. 20. The largest lymphatic organ in the body (Spleen)
  16. 22. A small organ that produces antibodies (Lymph node)
  17. 27. A fluid-rich in lymphocytes that is found in lymphatic vessels (Lymph)