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<p>CSV import</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>&#039;&#039;&#039;Haemal Node&#039;&#039;&#039;<br /> <br /> The &#039;&#039;&#039;Haemal Node&#039;&#039;&#039; is a type of [[lymph node]] that is found in the [[circulatory system]] of certain animals. It is particularly prevalent in the [[ruminant]] species, such as cows and sheep. The primary function of the haemal node is to filter the [[blood]] and remove any foreign substances that may be present.<br /> <br /> ==Etymology==<br /> <br /> The term &quot;haemal&quot; is derived from the Greek word &quot;haima&quot;, which means blood. The &quot;node&quot; part of the term refers to the node-like structure of this part of the circulatory system.<br /> <br /> ==Function==<br /> <br /> The haemal node functions in a similar way to a regular lymph node. It filters the blood and removes any foreign substances, such as [[bacteria]], [[virus|viruses]], and other potentially harmful particles. This helps to keep the blood clean and free from infection.<br /> <br /> ==Location==<br /> <br /> Haemal nodes are typically located near the major blood vessels in the body. They are particularly common in the [[abdomen]] and [[thorax]] of ruminant animals.<br /> <br /> ==Related Terms==<br /> <br /> * [[Lymph node]]: A small, bean-shaped structure that is part of the body&#039;s immune system. Lymph nodes filter substances that travel through the lymphatic fluid, and they contain lymphocytes that help the body fight off illness and diseases.<br /> * [[Ruminant]]: A type of animal that has a unique digestive system that allows it to break down plant material. Examples of ruminants include cows, sheep, and goats.<br /> * [[Circulatory system]]: The system in the body that is responsible for the movement of blood and lymph. It includes the heart, blood vessels, and lymphatic vessels.<br /> <br /> ==See Also==<br /> <br /> * [[Lymphatic system]]<br /> * [[Immune system]]<br /> * [[Blood vessel]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Anatomy]]<br /> [[Category:Immunology]]<br /> [[Category:Veterinary medicine]]<br /> <br /> {{stub}}</div>

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