Question

What is the primary characteristic of MALT (Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue)?

• A. It is a primary lymphoid organ.
• B. It constitutes 50% of the body's lymphoid tissue.
• C. It is the site of all blood cell formation.
• D. It is only found in the spleen.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. It constitutes 50% of the body's lymphoid tissue.

• MALT is located within the linings of the respiratory, digestive, and urinogenital tracts and makes up approximately 50% of the total lymphoid tissue in the human body.