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Question
Which lymphoid tissues are collectively referred to as MALT and include GALT, BALT, and NALT?
Options
Secondary lymphoid tissues associated with mucosal linings throughout the body
Primary lymphoid organs located in the chest and bones
Structures where lymphocytes are initially produced and mature
Filtering organs responsible for removing aged blood cells
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Solution
MALT (Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue) is a collective term for secondary lymphoid tissues found in mucosal linings. It comprises three components: GALT (Gut-Associated Lymphoid Tissue) in the gastrointestinal tract, BALT (Bronchus-Associated Lymphoid Tissue) in the respiratory tract, and NALT (Nose-Associated Lymphoid Tissue) in the nasal passages. Together, these tissues form an interconnected immune defense system protecting entry points into the body.
