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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 39m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 8m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 28m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System3h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

20. The Lymphatic System

Lymphatic Vasculature

Anatomy & Physiology

20. The Lymphatic System

Lymphatic Vasculature

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Which of the following is NOT a function of lymphatic vessels?

return of excess tissue fluid to the bloodstream

return of leaked proteins to the blood

delivery of nutrients to tissues

transportation of absorbed fat from the intestine to the blood

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Understand the primary functions of the lymphatic system, which include maintaining fluid balance, absorbing fats from the digestive tract, and providing immune defense.

Recognize that lymphatic vessels are responsible for returning excess tissue fluid and leaked proteins back to the bloodstream, which helps maintain fluid balance in the body.

Identify that lymphatic vessels also transport absorbed fats from the intestine to the blood, specifically through structures called lacteals in the small intestine.

Consider the role of blood vessels, not lymphatic vessels, in delivering nutrients to tissues. Blood vessels, particularly capillaries, are responsible for nutrient exchange with tissues.

Conclude that the delivery of nutrients to tissues is not a function of lymphatic vessels, as this is primarily the role of the circulatory system.