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-'''Lymph''' is a clear, colorless fluid that is part of the [[lymphatic system]] in the body. It is primarily composed of [[white blood cells]] that are crucial in fighting infections, along with a liquid called [[lymph plasma]]. Lymph is transported throughout the body via [[lymph vessels]].
+{{Short description|Fluid in the lymphatic system}}
-== Composition ==
+[[File:Illu_lymph_capillary.png|thumb|right|Illustration of a lymph capillary]]
-== Function ==
+'''Lymph''' is a clear, colorless fluid that circulates through the [[lymphatic system]], a network of tissues and organs that help rid the body of toxins, waste, and other unwanted materials. The primary function of the lymphatic system is to transport lymph, a fluid containing infection-fighting [[white blood cells]], throughout the body.
-== Lymphatic System ==
+==Composition==
-The [[lymphatic system]] is a network of tissues and organs that help rid the body of toxins, waste and other unwanted materials. It is primarily made up of lymphatic vessels, which are similar to the veins and capillaries of the [[circulatory system]]. The lymphatic system also includes a number of lymph nodes, which act as filters for harmful substances.
+Lymph is similar to [[blood plasma]] in composition but contains a lower concentration of proteins. It is primarily composed of:
-== Disorders ==
+==Formation==
-There are several disorders that can affect the lymph or the lymphatic system, including [[lymphedema]], which is swelling caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system, and [[lymphoma]], which is a type of cancer that originates in the lymphatic system.
+Lymph is formed when the interstitial fluid is collected through tiny lymph capillaries located throughout the body. This fluid is then transported through larger lymphatic vessels and eventually returned to the bloodstream.
-== See Also ==
+[[File:Capillary_Microcirculation.svg|thumb|left|Diagram of capillary microcirculation]]
 * [[Lymph node]]
-* [[Lymphatic system]]
+* [[Lymphocyte]]
-* [[Lymphedema]]
+* [[Immune system]]
 [[Category:Lymphatic system]]

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'''Lymph''' is a clear, colorless fluid that is part of the [[lymphatic system]] in the body. It is primarily composed of [[white blood cells]] that are crucial in fighting infections, along with a liquid called [[lymph plasma]]. Lymph is transported throughout the body via [[lymph vessels]].

== Composition ==
Lymph is made up of a clear, watery fluid known as lymph plasma, and [[white blood cells]], particularly [[lymphocytes]]. These lymphocytes play a key role in the body's immune response. The lymph plasma is similar to blood plasma, but contains fewer proteins.

== Function ==
The primary function of lymph is to transport infection-fighting white blood cells throughout the body. It also serves to remove waste products from body tissues. Lymph is transported through the body via a network of [[lymph vessels]] and [[lymph nodes]], which filter the lymph and remove harmful substances.

== Lymphatic System ==
The [[lymphatic system]] is a network of tissues and organs that help rid the body of toxins, waste and other unwanted materials. It is primarily made up of lymphatic vessels, which are similar to the veins and capillaries of the [[circulatory system]]. The lymphatic system also includes a number of lymph nodes, which act as filters for harmful substances.

== Disorders ==
There are several disorders that can affect the lymph or the lymphatic system, including [[lymphedema]], which is swelling caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system, and [[lymphoma]], which is a type of cancer that originates in the lymphatic system.

== See Also ==
* [[Lymph node]]
* [[Lymphatic system]]
* [[Lymphedema]]
* [[Lymphoma]]

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[[Category:Immunology]]
[[Category:Lymphatic system]]

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