a thin coagulable fluid (similar to plasma but) containing white blood cells (lymphocytes) and chyle; is conveyed to the blood stream by lymphatic vessels
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lymph::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Type of | bodily fluid, body fluid, humor, humour, liquid body substance |
| Derivation | lymphatic |
Examples of lymph
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The entire lymph node area is checked, those around your neck and in the armpit.
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Part of this staging requires an assessment of the lymph nodes under the armpit.
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By February of this year, Van Heukelom noticed enlarged lymph nodes in her neck.
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These dendritic vaccines were then injected directly into patient's lymph nodes.
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Thankfully, there was no lymph node involvement so no chemotherapy or radiation.
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In 1982, he was diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease, or cancer of the lymph system.
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They told him it was isolated in his lymph nodes, leaving two treatment options.
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Sentinel lymph node biopsy is accurate and prognostic in head and neck melanoma.
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She suffered from chills, fevers, exhaustion, swollen lymph nodes and dizziness.
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- A thin coagulable fluid (similar to plasma but) containing white blood cells (lymphocytes) and chyle; is conveyed to the blood stream by lymphatic vessels
- Lymph is the interstitial fluid found between the cells of the human body. It enters the lymph vessels by filtration through pores in the walls of capillaries. ...
- The almost colorless fluid that travels through the lymphatic system and carries cells that help fight infection and disease.
- Clear fluid that flows through the lymphatic vessels and contains cells known as lymphocytes. These cells are important in fighting infections and may also have a role in fighting cancer.
- A pale fluid that bathes tissues and passes through lymphatic channels and ducts. The solution consists of a liquid that resembles blood plasma and contains white blood cells but does not contain red blood cells.
- Clear liquid inside the body that bathes the cells with water and nutrients.
- A clear yellowish fluid. Carried from the skin to the blood.
- Obs.-A spring; water. ("The Limniad") (313)
- Node biopsy can be done surgically (open biopsy) or by needle, depending on the location of the area being tested and the reason it is being tested.
