Lymphomas

What is the lymphatic system?

The lymphatic system is part of the immune system, whose function is to fight disease and infections.

The lymphatic system includes:

lymph - fluid in which the lymphocyte cells are suspended.

lymph vessels - thin tubes that carry lymph fluid throughout the body.

lymphocytes - cells that fight infection and disease.

lymph nodes - bean-shaped organs, found in the underarm, groin, neck, and abdomen, that act as filters for the lymph fluid as it passes through them.