Structure Overview

Look at Image 2 and Image 3. These are illustrations of all the cells, structures, and organs involved in protecting you from pathogens and are the immune/lymphatic system structures.

Image 2

Image 2 shows 5 different types of white blood cells that we will learn about and Image 3 shows many organs and structures of the lymphatic system that also play a role in this protection.

Image 3

You will be responsible for identifying these structures and describing their functions.

Check your understanding:
-How many types of white blood cells are part of the immune system?

Now, go to the “Try It’ section and practice concepts from this lesson before moving on to the quiz in the “Task” section.

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