Which of the Following is NOT a Function of the Spleen

Question

Which of the following is NOT a function of the spleen?
A) removal of abnormal blood cells from the blood
B) collection of fluids from the surrounding tissues
C) storage of iron
D) initiation of immune responses from B and T cells
E) production of lymphocytes

Accepted Answer

The spleen does not collect fluids from the surrounding tissues, but rather filters blood and removes abnormal blood cells, initiates immune responses from B and T cells, and produces lymphocytes. The storage of iron also occurs in the spleen.