Chapter 21, Problem 5CAL

Summary Introduction

Concept introduction: The interstitial fluid called lymph is found outside the cell which contains some water dissolved ions, proteins, foreign materials like pathogens and cell debris. During the capillary exchange, some of the components of lymph and excess fluid are absorbed by the lymphatic capillaries. Any defect in the drainage of lymph could cause a condition called lymphedema (accumulation of interstitial fluid around the cell).