The Lymphatic System Plays a Role in Maintaining Fluid Balance

question 124

Multiple Choice

The lymphatic system plays a role in maintaining fluid balance within the body by

• A)adding lymph to GI tract secretions.
• B)returning interstitial fluid to the plasma.
• C)transporting lymph from tissues to the liver.
• D)carrying excess fluid to the kidneys to be excreted.
• E)actively absorbing fluid from the blood.

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