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what is the difference between lymph and lacteal?
A lacteal is one of the lymphatic capillaries that help to absorb dietary fats in the small intestine.The lymphatic system is composed of lymph vessels, lymph nodes, and organs. The functions of this system include the absorption of excess fluid and its return to the blood stream, absorption of fat (in the villi of the small intestine) and the immune system function.


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