lymph node ↔ immune system

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The lymph node is a structural component of the immune system [1] that facilitates cell-to-cell communication [2] and serves as a site where lymph is filtered and exposed to lymphocytes of the immune system [3].

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Human body systems: Overview, anatomy, functions | Kenhub kenhub.com Kenhub 1 fact

claimThe lymphatic system is a network of lymphatic vessels that drains excess tissue fluid (lymph) from the intercellular fluid compartment, filters it through lymph nodes, exposes it to lymphocytes of the immune system, and returns the fluid to the circulatory system.

Immunity In Depth | Linus Pauling Institute lpi.oregonstate.edu Linus Pauling Institute 1 fact

claimThe thymus, spleen, and lymph nodes are organs of the immune system.

How the Immune System Works with Primary Immunodeficiency igcares.com IGCares 1 fact

claimLymph nodes and the spleen provide structures that facilitate cell-to-cell communication within the immune system.