Which of the following is NOT true of the spleen?
A)The spleen contains a large population of macrophages.
B)The spleen produces new erythrocytes.
C)The spleen is not a vital organ;a person can live without a spleen.
D)The spleen consists of slow-moving blood sinuses.

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The spleen does not produce new erythrocytes. This is the main function of the bone marrow. The spleen's main functions include filtering blood, removing old or damaged red blood cells, storing platelets, and producing immune cells such as lymphocytes.

Which of the Following Is NOT True of the Spleen