Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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Chapter 22 - The Lymphatic System and Immunity - Figure 22.2 - Page 802: 1

Answer

There are many differences between blood plasma and lymph. Plasma contains red blood cells and lymph does not.

Work Step by Step

Lymph has low concentrations of proteins --especially of fibrinogen and prothrombin. It is more like interstitial fluid (ISF) than it is like plasma.
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