The provided reference lists six components related to the lymphatic system, which are involved in the formation and transport of lymph. Therefore, a better interpretation of the question would be: "What are the six main structural components of the lymphatic system that are involved in lymph circulation?".
Here are the six components of the lymphatic system related to lymph circulation, according to the provided references:
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1 Lymph Capillary Plexus: These are the smallest vessels in the lymphatic system. They are responsible for collecting the interstitial fluid, which then becomes lymph.
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2 Precollecting Lymph Vessel: Lymph flows from the lymph capillaries into these vessels.
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3 Collecting Lymph Vessel: These vessels transport lymph towards lymph nodes.
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4 Lymph Node: These are small, bean-shaped structures that filter the lymph as it passes through them. Lymph nodes contain immune cells that help to fight infection.
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5 Lymphatic Trunk: Lymphatic vessels converge to form lymphatic trunks, which are larger vessels.
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6 Lymphatic Duct: These are the largest lymphatic vessels, and they drain lymph into the subclavian veins, returning it to the bloodstream.
