Lymphatic fluid is indeed a filtrate of the blood, similar to urine, but it is specifically part of the lymphatic system which plays a crucial role in the body's immune response and in the absorption of dietary fats. Unlike urine, which is excreted from the body, lymphatic fluid is recirculated into the bloodstream.

Solved

The Lymphatic Fluid

Question 8

Multiple Choice

The lymphatic fluid

A) is a filtrate of the blood, as is urine.
B) is completely separate from the circulatory system for blood.
C) carries both red and white blood cells.
D) functions in adaptive immunity but not in innate immunity.
E) carries a toxic gas that kills cancerous cells.

Correct Answer: