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elizabeth18

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Name the accessory organs of the lymphatic system and give their functions.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Spandex, latex gloves, soaps, and detergents all can produce ________.
 
  A) actinic keratoses
  B) contact dermatitis
  C) squamous cell carcinoma
  D) alopecia



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Answer to Question 1

The spleen is the major site for destroying old erythrocytes and is a reservoir for blood. It also acts as a filter, removing microorganisms from the blood.
Tonsils filter bacteria and help to form white blood cells.
The thymus makes T cells which are important in cellular immune responses.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: A) Actinic keratoses are not caused by these allergens.
B) Correct These allergens can produce contact dermatitis in sensitive people.
C) Squamous cell carcinoma is not caused by these allergens.
D) Alopecia is not caused by these allergens.





 

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