Which of the following is a function of the spleen?
A) it filters foreign materials in the human body from the lymph
B) it filters foreign materials in the human body from the blood
C) it produces hormones that speed up the human body's aging process
D) it produces hormones that cause the maturation of B cells
E) it produces substances involved in allergic reactions

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The spleen is a secondary lymphoid organ that filters blood and removes foreign materials such as old red blood cells and platelets, as well as bacterial and viral pathogens. It also serves as a storage site for red blood cells and platelets.

Which of the Following Is a Function of the Spleen