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2.20 Lymphatic System of Man
Lymphatic System: The lymphatic system is a complex network of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and lymphoid organs (tonsils, spleen, thymus) that: 1. Returns excess interstitial fluid to the blood 2. Absorbs fats and fat-soluble vitamins from the digestive system 3. Provides immune defense again
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2.20 Lymphatic System of Man
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Lymphatic System: The lymphatic system is a complex network of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and lymphoid organs (tonsils, spleen, thymus) that: 1. Returns excess interstitial fluid to the blood 2. Absorbs fats and fat-soluble vitamins from the digestive system 3. Provides immune defense again
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Lymphatic System: The lymphatic system is a complex network of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and lymphoid organs (tonsils, spleen, thymus) that: 1. Returns excess interstitial fluid to the blood 2. Absorbs fats and fat-soluble vitamins from the digestive system 3. Provides immune defense again
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- Lymphatic System: The lymphatic system is a complex network of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and lymphoid organs (
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- Lymphatic System: The lymphatic system is a complex network of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and lymphoid organs (
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Do not write about 2.20 Lymphatic System of Man without a clear definition.
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Lymphatic System: The lymphatic system is a complex network of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and lymphoid organs (
Lymphatic System: The lymphatic system is a complex network of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and lymphoid organs (tonsils, spleen, thymus) that: 1. Return
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- Lymphatic System: The lymphatic system is a complex network of lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and lymphoid organs (tonsils, spleen, thymus) that: 1. Return
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