What function of the spleen
The function of the spleen in general is related to the immune system or blood supply. The spleen removes dark red blood cells, called erythrocytes, from the blood supply and removes, stores and produces lymphocytes of white blood cells.
Lymphocytes that are stored produce antibodies and help in removing microbes and other debris from the blood supply.
Spleen Characteristics
The spleen is a soft, dark-purple organ found on the upper-left abdomen. Located between the abdomen and diaphragm below the rib cage, the spleen has an average size of 12 cm, a height of 7 cm and 4 cm. Spleen weight and size are somewhat different in life, and can weigh 100-250 g in adults.
The spleen is the largest lymphoid organ and is located in the front and near the back of the abdominal cavity between the diaphragm and the stomach. Anatomically, the normal spleen is flat.
Diseases that can interfere with the function of the spleen Infection
Malaria Anemia, Systematic lupus, Cancer like lymphoma, Leukemia Liver, disease or cirrhosis
Some diseases can cause enlargement of the spleen and thus interfere with its function. Splenomegaly enlargement or splenomegaly is a major health problem associated with organs. Although it performs several important functions, it is not a vital organ, namely humans can survive without the spleen.
