One of the main functions of the lymph system is to provide an accessory return route to the blood for the surplus three litres. The other main function is that of defense in the immune system. Lymph is very similar to blood plasma: it contains lymphocytes and other white blood cells.It also contains waste products and debris of cells together with bacteria and protein.ne of the main functions of the lymph system is to provide an accessory return route to the blood for the surplus three litres. The other main function is that of defense in the immune system. Lymph is very similar to blood plasma: it contains lymphocytes and other white blood cells.
There are currently 121,678 people waiting for lifesaving organ transplants in the U.S. Of these, 100,791 await kidney transplants. (as of 1/11/16) 1. The median wait time for an individualâs first kidney transplant is 3.6 years and can vary depending on health, compatibility and availability of organs.2.
Unfortunately, the need for organ donors is much greater than the number of people who actually donate. Every day in the United States 18 people die waiting for an organ and more than 117,000 men, women, and children await life-saving organ transplants.