Chapter 16, Problem 8P

Summary Introduction

To discuss:

The major functions of lymph.

Introduction:

The tissue fluid present in between the interstitial spaces of tissues, when enters lymphatic capillaries of the lymphatic system is known as lymph. The increased hydrostatic pressure in the tissue fluid outside the lymphatic capillaries is responsible for the formation of lymph. This pressures the tissue fluid to enter the lymphatic capillaries and form lymph.