Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?
A)Regulation of fluid balance through the transport of fluid and proteins
B)Regulation of fluid balance through the transport of blood
C)Defense against infection as a part of the immune system
D)Transport of digested fat from the gut

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The lymphatic system does not transport blood; that is the function of the circulatory system. The lymphatic system is involved in regulating fluid balance by transporting lymph, a fluid containing white blood cells and waste products, not blood. It also plays a role in defense against infection and in the transport of digested fats from the gut.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Function of the Lymphatic