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PAL Histology Lymphatic System Lab Practical Question 1 Questions
Question 1 of 5
Transmission of HIV
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Needlestick risk reduced by therapy ; it's 0.3% , intrapartum is common , and transfusion risk remains .
Question 2 of 5
What is the primary function of the lymphatic system?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The lymphatic system returns excess fluid from tissues to the bloodstream; oxygen transport is by blood, fat digestion involves the digestive system, and RBC production occurs in bone marrow.
Question 3 of 5
The white pulp of the spleen is primarily composed of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: White pulp contains lymphocytes; red pulp has RBCs , macrophages , and some platelets .
Question 4 of 5
Which structure collects lymph from the legs?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cisterna chyli collects leg lymph before the thoracic duct ; right duct is upper body, nodes filter.
Question 5 of 5
Which structure is NOT part of the lymphatic drainage system?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The spleen filters blood, not lymph; nodes , thoracic duct , and cisterna chyli handle lymph.