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Lymphatic System

Meaning

A complex, circulatory network of vessels, nodes, and organs that plays a crucial role in fluid balance, immune surveillance, and fat absorption in the human body. This system collects interstitial fluid, now called lymph, and returns it to the bloodstream, simultaneously filtering it for pathogens and waste products. In the context of hormonal health, the lymphatic system is essential for the transport and clearance of various hormones and inflammatory mediators. Its health is integral to maintaining systemic homeostasis.