Small, Bean-Shaped Organs Abundant in the Cervical, Axillary, and Inguinal

Question

Small, bean-shaped organs abundant in the cervical, axillary, and inguinal regions.
A) lymphatic capillaries
B) afferent lymphatic vessels
C) lymphatic ducts
D) lymph nodes
E) lacteals

Accepted Answer

Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped organs that are abundant in the cervical, axillary, and inguinal regions. They filter lymphatic fluid and contain immune cells to help fight off infections. Option A refers to the smallest vessels in the lymphatic system, option B refers to vessels that bring lymph towards the lymph nodes, option C refers to larger vessels that connect lymph nodes to each other and eventually empty the lymphatic fluid into the bloodstream, and option E refers to lymphatic vessels in the intestinal lining that absorb fats and fat-soluble vitamins.