Lymphatic system function (null)

The lymphatic system is a network of vessels, nodes, and organs—including lymph nodes, spleen, thymus, and bone marrow—that maintains fluid balance in tissues, absorbs dietary lipids, and supports immune defense by transporting lymph (a protein-rich fluid) and immune cells. The main functions of the lymphatic system include returning excess interstitial fluid to the bloodstream, absorbing fats from the digestive tract, and providing sites and pathways for immune cell maturation and immune surveillance. Dysfunction in the lymphatic system can contribute to disease states such as lymphedema, impaired immunity, and metastasis of cancer cells[1][3][4][5][6].

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