Lymphatic System Quiz: How Much You Know?

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1.

Which lymphatic duct drains lymph from the abdomen and lower limbs?
- A.
  
  Right lymphatic duct
- B.
  
  Thoracic duct
- C.
  
  Left lymphatic duct
- D.
  
  Subclavian vein
2.

Which vein does the thoracic duct drain into?
- A.
  
  Right subclavian vein
- B.
  
  Left subclavian vein
- C.
  
  Pulmonary vein
- D.
  
  Superior vena cava
3.

What is the name for the combination of fats and lymph?
- A.
  
  Chyme
- B.
  
  Lacteals
- C.
  
  Chyle
4.

What is the name of the lymph nodes found in the groin?
- A.
  
  Inguinal
- B.
  
  Popliteal
- C.
  
  Iliac
- D.
  
  Supratrochlear
5.

Which lymphatic structure contains valves?
- A.
  
  Capillaries
- B.
  
  Nodes
- C.
  
  Ducts
- D.
  
  Vessels
6.

What direction does lymph flow in?
- A.
  
  Unidirectional
- B.
  
  Circular
7.

Lymph nodes are found where there is the least risk of infection.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
8.

Which organ is composed of lymphatic tissue?
- A.
  
  Spleen
- B.
  
  Stomach
- C.
  
  Lungs
- D.
  
  Gallbladder
9.

Which duct drains lymph from the upper right quadrant?
- A.
  
  Thoracic duct
- B.
  
  Left lymphatic duct
- C.
  
  Right lymphatic duct
- D.
  
  Cysterna chyli
10.

What is the name of the lymph nodes found in the elbow?
- A.
  
  Cervical
- B.
  
  Axillary
- C.
  
  Inguinal
- D.
  
  Supratrochlear
11.

Which pathology relates to inflammation of the breast tissue?
- A.
  
  Allergies
- B.
  
  Mastitis
- C.
  
  Cellulitis
- D.
  
  Lymphodema
12.

Which part of the lymphatic system has the function to destroy worn-out erythrocytes?
- A.
  
  Thymus gland
- B.
  
  Lymph nodes
- C.
  
  Spleen
- D.
  
  Appendix
13.

Which part of the lymphatic system degenerates after puberty?
- A.
  
  Thymus gland
- B.
  
  Thyroid gland
- C.
  
  Spleen
- D.
  
  Lymph ducts
14.

Which part of the lymphatic system drains lymph laden with digested fats from the intestines?
- A.
  
  Right lymphatic duct
- B.
  
  Thoracic duct
- C.
  
  Peyer's patches
- D.
  
  Cisterna Chyli
15.

Lymphatic capillaries are more permeable than blood capillaries.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
16.

The role of the lymphatic system includes developing antibodies to defend the body against infection.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
17.

Lymph nodes vary in size from a pin head to an almond.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
18.

The role of the spleen is to process lymphocytes into active 'T' cells.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
19.

Where is the thymus gland located?
- A.
  
  Behind the sternum
- B.
  
  Behind the stomach
- C.
  
  Behind the larynx
- D.
  
  Under the appendix
20.

The tonsils are part of the lymphatic system.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False