If applicable, identify the tissues with their associated locations, functions, and identifiable characteristics
Thymus 40x
Identificable Characteristics:
Pointer: Hassall's Corpuscle
Thymus 20x
Identificable Characteristics:
A. Medulla (contains Hassall's Corpuscles)
B. Cortex (contains Reticular Epithelial Cells)
Lymph Node 20x
Identificable Characteristics:
A. Hilum - Area containing blood and lymphatic vessels which exit and enter the lymph nodes
Lymph Node 40x
Identificable Characteristics:
A. Medulla
B. Cortex
C. Capsule
What is the role of medulla and cortex?
A. Medulla contains macrophages and plasma cells which, aiding in filtering lymph and producing anti-bodies
B. Cortex contains lymphoid follicles with B cells, where immune responses are initiated
Lymphatic Vessel
Identificable Characteristics:
Pointer: Lymphatic vessel valve
Which way does lymph flow through the valve in the image?
Left to right
Spleen
Identificable Characteristics:
A. White Pulp
B. Red Pulp
What is the function of A and B?
A. Lymphocyte activation and anti-body production
B. Recycles old and damaged RBCs and stores platelets
Peyer's Patch
Identifiable Characteristics:
- although found in the small intestines, Peyer's patches are part of the lymphatic system and play a key role in the immune response within the gastrointestinal tract
