Lymphatic and Immune System Basics

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The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The lymphatic system is responsible for the removal of excess fluids from body tissues and for the production of immune cells. Working in conjunction with the lymphatic system is the immune system, a collection of mechanisms within the body that protects against disease by identifying and killing pathogens and tumor cells. In this Web guide, we recommend online resources to learn about (or teach) the lymphatic and the immune systems for every level of expertise and interest.

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Lymphatic and Immune System Basics

Wondering how your body fights off and protects you from disease and infection? Looking to learn more about a loved one’s illness? Writing a paper for your biology class? You’ll find a wealth of useful information on Web sites in this section.

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If you’re doing a research paper, you’ll definitely want to cull information from a number of sites. Take a look at all the sites in this section for various perspectives.

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Michael J. Farabee, Ph.D. , a biology professor at Estrella Mountain Community College, presents a comprehensive yet very clear and understandable discussion of the lymphatic system and immunity. The text is complemented by numerous informative drawings as well as several fascinating photographs. All technical terms in the text link to a glossary.

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SigBio’s Virtual Anatomy Textbook is a student project hosted by the University of Illinois. You’ll find a clear, succinct overview of the lymphatic system followed by a list of the major parts of the system. Each of these parts links to a labeled diagram, a brief explanation and, in many cases, actual photographs.

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The Lymphatic System , a site created by a professor at the University of Luton in the U.K., provides an enormous amount of information while keeping the language simple and easy to understand. The table of contents provides links to discussions of all facets of the lymphatic system, many of which are enhanced by animated diagrams and photographs.

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