Lymph node

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Lymph node
TermLymph node
Short definitionlymph node (Limf node) A small bean-shaped structure that is part of the body's immune system. Lymph nodes filter substances that travel through the lymphatic fluid and contain lymphocytes (white blood cells) that help the body fight infection and disease. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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lymph node - (pronounced) (Limf node) A small bean-shaped structure that is part of the body's immune system. Lymph nodes filter substances that travel through the lymphatic fluid and contain lymphocytes (white blood cells) that help the body fight infection and disease. There are hundreds of lymph nodes throughout the body. They are connected to each other by lymph vessels. Clusters of lymph nodes are located in the neck, armpit (armpit), chest, abdomen, and groin. For example, there are about 20-40 lymph nodes in the armpit. Also called the lymph gland

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