Lymphatics Carry Lymph Only from Peripheral Tissues to the ________

Question

Lymphatics carry lymph only from peripheral tissues to the ________.
A) fourth ventricle
B) venous system
C) renal system
D) digestive system
E) arterial system

Accepted Answer

Lymphatics carry lymph, which is a clear fluid containing white blood cells and other immune system components, from peripheral tissues to the venous system. The lymph is then transported to the thoracic duct, which empties into the left subclavian vein, and from there it enters the systemic circulation.