Definition of Spleen

Spleen:Anorganthat is locatedinthe upper-left part of theabdomen, not far from thestomach, that produces lymphocytes, which are important elements in theimmune system. Thespleenis the largestlymphaticorgan in the body. The spleen also filtersblood, serves as amajorreservoirfor blood, and destroys blood cells that are aged (orabnormal, as in the case of sickle cells).

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