afferent lymphatic vessel

vasa afferentia lymphoglandula

Lymphatic vessel that enters the lymph node. The afferent lymph vessels enter at all parts of the periphery of the lymph node, and after branching and forming a dense plexus in the substance of the capsule, open into the lymph sinuses of the cortical part. In doing this they lose all their coats except their endothelial lining, which is continuous with a layer of similar cells lining the lymph paths.

Type Nerve
Parent Structure lymphatic vessel
Latin Name vasa afferentia lymphoglandula

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the afferent lymphatic vessel?
Lymphatic vessel that enters the lymph node. The afferent lymph vessels enter at all parts of the periphery of the lymph node, and after branching and forming a dense plexus in the substance of the capsule, open into the lymph sinuses of the cortical part. In doing this they lose all their coats exc
What is the Latin name for the afferent lymphatic vessel?
The Latin name for the afferent lymphatic vessel is vasa afferentia lymphoglandula.

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