The Cisterna Chyli Drains into the Right Lymphatic Duct

question 181

True/False

The cisterna chyli drains into the right lymphatic duct.

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Definitions:

Connective Tissue

Tissue in the body designed to connect, support, or isolate various organs and tissue types.

Adrenal Cortex

The outer part of the adrenal gland that produces steroid hormones which regulate metabolism, immune response, and salt and water balance.

Water-Soluble Peptides

Molecules composed of short chains of amino acids that are soluble in water, playing various roles in biological processes including signaling and regulation.

Mineralocorticoids

A class of steroids, including aldosterone, that are produced by the adrenal cortex and regulate electrolyte and water balance.