Title: Describe the role of the lymphatic and immune systems.
Course: Medical Terminology (18 weeks) (14154-I) > Section: Understanding the Lymphatic and Immune Systems

Description should include

- the basic functions of each system
- the basic functions of each organ or structure within each system
- the relationship of the systems and structures to other body systems.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What role does the lymphatic system play in the immune system?
- What is the relationship between the circulation of blood and lymph?
- What are the roles of the spleen and thymus gland?
- What are natural immunity and adaptive/acquired immunity?
- What are the differences between humoral and cell-mediated immunity?
- What is a vaccination? Why are vaccinations important?
- What are antibodies?
- What are common responses of the body to allergens?
- How do the lymphatic and immune systems interrelate with other body systems?