Lymph very closely resembles the plasma found in the veins: it is a mixture of about 90% water and 10% solutes such as proteins, cellular waste products, dissolved gases, and hormones. Lymph may also contain bacterial cells that are picked up from diseased tissues and the white blood cells that fight these pathogens.
Lymph nodes, lymph, and lymphatic vessels comprise the lymphatic system of the body. Lymph nodes filter lymph, a clear, sticky fluid that bathes body cells and collects waste products and debris. Lymph also carries white blood cells, which are responsible for protecting the body against viruses and bacteria and may trap cancer cells.
Transport of Fatty Acids. Another major function of the lymphatic system is the transportation of fatty acids from the digestive system. The digestive system breaks large macromolecules of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids into smaller nutrients that can be absorbed through the villi of the intestinal wall.
Picture Of Lymphatic System
