What are the Functions of Lymph Nodes?

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The primary function of lymph nodes is to produce lymphocytes, which are crucial for fighting infections. This was confirmed in a classroom discussion where the teacher clarified that lymph nodes are not responsible for storing interstitial fluid; rather, this function is attributed to the entire lymphatic system. The distinction between the roles of lymph nodes and the broader lymphatic system is essential for understanding immune responses.

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What is the main function of lymph nodes?I did this in a test and one of my classmate argue with me.

It is an objective question.The original answer that the teacher gave is that lymph nodes produce lymphocytes and fight against infection while my classmate argued that it store interstitial fluid.Which is correct?
 
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Lymphocytes are produced by lymph nodes...

Transport of interstitial fluid back to into the blood is a function of the entire lymphatic system - it is not specific to lymph nodes...
 

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