Anatomy of the Lymphatic and Immune Systems

Lymphatic system: Definition, anatomy, functions lymphatic system Before birth, a fetus relies on the mother's immune system for protection from infections At birth, a newborn's lymphatic system begins to respond to the skeletal system lymphatic system is essential To paraphrase: It plays a major part in maintaining the body's immune system and removing toxins from the body Lymphedema

endocrine system The lymphatic system parallels the cardiovascular system The lymphatic system is unique, in that it is a 1-way