What are the three main functions of the lymphatic system?

Answer 1

1. The removal of excess fluids from body tissues. This process is crucial because water, proteins, and other substances are continuously leaking out of tiny blood capillaries into the surrounding body tissues. If the lymphatic system didn't drain the excess fluid from the tissues, the lymph fluid would build up in the body's tissues, and they would swell.
2. Absorption of fatty acids and subsequent transport of fat, chyle, to the circulatory system.
3. Production of immune cells (such as lymphocytes, monocytes, and antibody producing cells called plasma cells).

Answer 2

The three main functions of the lymphatic system are fluid balance, immune defense, and lipid absorption. It helps to maintain fluid balance in the body by draining excess fluid from tissues, supports the immune system by producing and transporting white blood cells, and absorbs fats and fat-soluble vitamins from the digestive system.

Answer 3

The lymphatic system returns excess body fluid to the blood, absorbs fats and fat soluble vitamins, and defends the body against disease.