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Lymphatic, Hematic and Immune Systems
The lymphatic, hematic (blood vascular) and immune systems play a shared role
in supporting homeostasis, defending the body against disease and helping
wound repair and healing.
Homeostasis is a continual balancing act of the body systems to provide a
‘steady state’ – an internal environment that is compatible with life. The two
liquid tissues, blood and lymph, have separate but interrelated functions in
maintaining this balance and function in tandem with the immune system to
protect the body against pathogens that could threaten the organism’s viability.
Only a brief overview of the hematic and immune systems will be provided in
this book as these systems are extensively studied and ample resources are
available.