One location where lymphoid tissue is found is "in the frequently infected mucous membranes of the digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive tracts." This description refers specifically to
A) intestinal and bronchomediastinal lymph trunks.
B) the intestinal and tracheobronchial lymph nodes.
C) the cisterna chyli and lacteals.
D) MALT.

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MALT (mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue) is a type of lymphoid tissue that is found in the mucous membranes of various organs, including the digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive tracts. It plays a role in defending against infections that may enter through these mucosal surfaces. Therefore, the description provided in the question best matches with the location of MALT.

One Location Where Lymphoid Tissue Is Found Is "In the Frequently