April 4
2016
Medical Monday: The Lymphatic System
According to Live Science: “The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and organs that help rid the body of toxins, waste and other unwanted materials. The primary function of the lymphatic system is to transport lymph, a fluid containing infection-fighting white blood cells, throughout the body.”
The lymphatic system, which is an important part of the immune system” is comprised of the following: Tonsils, thymus gland, spleen, lymph nodes, and lymphatic vessels.
Machine Briefs:
tonsils= TONLS or TON/S*ILS
thymus= THAOI/M*US
gland= GLAND
spleen= SPLAOEN
lymph= L*IFRP
nodes= NOEDZ
lymphatic= L*IFRP/FA*KT or L*IFRP/A*KT or L*IFRP/A*T/*IK
vessels= VEFLS