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Lymphatic System Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which cytokine suppresses immune responses?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: IL-10 suppresses; IL-2 boosts T cells, IL-6 aids B cells, TNF-alpha inflames.
Question 2 of 5
White pulp of spleen: Is contained within a reticular meshwork.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: White pulp is supported by a reticular meshwork of cells and fibers.
Question 3 of 5
Where is the thymus gland located?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The thymus gland is located in the upper part of the mediastinum, anterior to the heart and behind the sternum.
Question 4 of 5
Post Capillary venule is lined by epithelium
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Post-capillary venules in lymph nodes are lined by high (cuboidal) endothelium, not squamous or columnar.
Question 5 of 5
Penicillar arteriole is 3 parts
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Penicillar arterioles follow: pulp arteriole -> sheathed arteriole -> terminal arteriole.