Lymphoma Overview
What Is It?
Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymph (or lymphatic) system. It is part of the immune system. It collects and destroys invading organisms, such as bacteria and viruses, and abnormal cells. It protects the body from infection and disease.
The lymph system is a network of tissue, vessels, and fluid (lymph). It includes:
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