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  1. Lymphatic System: Function, Conditions & Disorders

    Jul 31, 2023 · Your lymphatic system is a group of organs, vessels and tissues that protect you from infection and keep a healthy balance of fluids throughout your body. Lymphatic system organs …

  2. Lymphatic system | Structure, Function, & Facts | Britannica

    Jan 9, 2026 · The lymphatic system is a subsystem of the circulatory system in the vertebrate body that consists of a complex network of vessels, tissues, and organs. It helps maintain fluid balance in the …

  3. Lymphatic system - Wikipedia

    The lymphatic system, or lymphoid system, is an organ system in vertebrates that is part of the immune system and complementary to the circulatory system.

  4. Lymphatic System - Definition, Anatomy, Functions

    Sep 28, 2024 · Learn about the human lymphatic system. Discover its definition, anatomy, and functions. Learn about disorders and maintaining its health.

  5. Lymphatic System: Diagram, Function, Anatomy, Diseases

    Sep 8, 2025 · The lymphatic system (also called the lymphoid system) is part of the immune system. The system moves lymph, a clear fluid containing white blood cells, through your bloodstream. 1 The …

  6. Lymphatic System Anatomy - Vessels - Nodes - Organs

    Nov 27, 2025 · The lymphatic system is a series of vessels and nodes that collect and filter excess tissue fluid (lymph), before returning it to the venous circulation. It forms a vital part of the body’s …

  7. Overview of the Lymphatic System - The Merck Manuals

    The lymphatic system is a network of vessels and lymph nodes that carry fluid called lymph. The lymphatic system is part of your immune system, which helps defend against infection and cancer.

  8. The Lymphatic System - National Lymphedema Network

    The lymphatic system’s primary function is to absorb and transport lymph fluid throughout the body. The lymphatic system functions in parallel to the circulatory system, but it is made up of its own circuit of …

  9. Lymphatic system: Definition, anatomy, functions | Kenhub

    Oct 30, 2023 · Overview of the anatomy, function and main structures of the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a system of specialized vessels and organs whose main function is to return the …

  10. Physiology, Lymphatic System - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

    May 1, 2023 · The lymphatic system is an important and often underappreciated component of the circulatory, immune, and metabolic systems. It is composed of lymphatic fluid, lymphatic vessels, …