Lymphatic System: How Lymph Flows and What It Does

Lymph that has formed in the tissues is collected by lymphatic capillaries, which are tiny vessels that line the spaces between cells. These capillaries then merge to form larger lymphatic vessels, which transport the lymph to lymph nodes.

Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped organs that are located throughout the body. They act as filters, removing bacteria, viruses, and other foreign particles from the lymph. The lymph then leaves the lymph nodes and empties into the bloodstream.

The lymphatic system is an important part of the immune system, helping to protect the body from infection.