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Illu lymph node structure
A lymph node diagram.

A Lymph node is an organ consisting of many types of cells, and is a part of the lymphatic system. Lymph nodes are found all through the body, and remove foreign (not of the body) objects from the body. Lymph nodes contain white blood cells. They are important for the correct use of the immune system.

Where They Are Found

Lymph node regions
A diagram that shows where lymph nodes are found in the human body.

In the human body, the most likely place where lymph nodes can be felt are the neck, underarms, and groin area.

Images for kids

  • Lymphknoten (Schwein)

    Cross-section of a lymph node with sections labelled.1) Capsule; 2) Subcapsular sinus; 3) Germinal centre; 4) Lymphoid nodule; 5) Trabeculae

  • Lymphatic immune system lymph node5-CROPPED

    Labeled diagram of human lymph node showing the flow of lymph.

  • Gray598

    Lymph node tissue showing trabeculae

  • Crc met to node1

    Micrograph of a mesenteric lymph node with adenocarcinoma

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