Which lymphatic organ located anteriorly to the heart assists in the development of the immune system?
A) thymus gland
B) spleen
C) right lymphatic duct
D) axillary lymph nodes
A
Explanation:
B) The spleen is the red, flat organ located on the left side just posterior to the stomach. This lymphatic organ removes worn out red blood cells from circulation and assists in recycling the iron from hemoglobin.
C) The right lymphatic duct, which drains into the right subclavian vein, drains lymph from the right forelimb and from the right side of the chest, neck, and head.
D) The axillary lymph nodes are located in the axilla and function to remove debris and pathogens from the lymph.
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