Lymphatic System - Exam #3

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what is MALT?

AKA Mucosa-associated lymphatic tissue

in the digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive tracts.

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Cisterna chyli

A structure that is expanded from the base of the Thoracic duct. It receives lymph from the right and left lumbar trunks and the intestinal trunk.

<p>A structure that is expanded from the base of the Thoracic duct. It receives lymph from the right and left lumbar trunks and the intestinal trunk.</p>
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Where does the inferior segment of the Thoracic Duct collect lymph from?

The left bronchomediastinal trunk, Left subclavian trunk, and the left jugular trunk.

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Where does the Thoracic Duct empty into?

The left subclavian vein.

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Where are the trunks in the Thoracic Duct?

They are on the left side of the head, neck, left arm, and legs.

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Where does the Right Lymphatic Duct empty into?

The right subclavian vein.