How much lymph is transported through the lymphatic vessels each day?

a. 2 liters/day c. 4 liters/minute
b. 3 litersl/day d. 5 liters/minute


B
The transport of lymph through the lymphatic vessels moves in only one direction and is slow when compared to cardiac circulation: 3 liters/day versus 4–5 liters/minute.

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