what does the spleen do? Is it necessary,vital?
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is a ductless, vertebrate gland that is not necessary for life but is closely associated with the circulatory system, where it functions in the destruction of old red blood cells and removal of other debris from the bloodstream, and also in holding a reservoir of blood. It is regarded as one of the centres of activity of the reticuloendothelial system. Until recently, the purpose of the spleen was not known. It is increasingly recognised that its absence predisposes to certain infections.\n\nThe absence of a spleen predisposes to some septicaemia infections. Vaccination and antibiotic measures are discussed under asplenia.\n\nSome people congenitally completely lack a spleen, although this is rare. \nSickle-cell disease can cause a functional asplenia (or autosplenectomy) by causing infarctions of the spleen during repeated sickle-cell crises. \nIt may be removed surgically (known as a splenectomy), and indeed often is. For example, it may be removed following abdominal injuries with rupture and hemorrhage of the spleen, or in the treatment of certain blood diseases (Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, familial jaundice, hereditary spherocytosis, etc.), certain forms of lymphoma or for the removal of splenic tumours or cysts.
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Every part of your body is important.  Afterall, God created us and He doesn't give us useless body parts.  However, you'll die the fastest when your heart stops so based on that reasoning, I would say that your heart is the most important.
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I am ashamed to say I do not think of it so deeply, but you bring up wonderful points.  It surely is an amazing thing, the human body and the way it works.  I love not only the question but you left us with specifics so we did not just have to uhm blood good... I now have a little more knowledge to add to my trivial pursuit portfolio!!  hehehehe
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no. nothing is  important to god.\ngod  is  important to everything.
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The tonsils are actually needed for immunological reasons which was discovered recently but you actually need everything in your body but if say your spleen/appendix was damaged you will not die without it. Wisdom teeth are probably the one thing that we do not need.
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The spleen monitors, destroys and stores red blood cells. In addition to this, the spleen has two functions, the red and white pulp. The white pulp helps fight infections and the red pulp removes unwanted materials.\nIt is increasingly recognised that its absence leads to a predisposition to certain infections\n\ndefinitely not a good thing.\n\nImmunisations and splenectomy\nPeople who have had their spleen removed or have a spleen disorder are at increased risk of infection, most commonly Pneumococcal infection. Some vaccines are recommended especially for these people and they should be discussed with the doctor. They are: \nPneumococcal vaccine \nMeningococcal vaccines \nHaemophilus influenzae type b vaccine (recommended in an adult who has close contact with children less than 5 years of age).  http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Spleen_explained?OpenDocument
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Blood cells are produced from the bone marrow and they die in the spleen.
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Your immune system actually gets a bit weaker. You can live just fine without your spleen, but it is an essential part of the immune system. The spleen eliminates dead red blood cells and stories so antibodies. I find that limiting your antibiotic intake and building your own immunity really helps you to feel better and catch less colds.
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Why is B12 important?\nVitamin B12 is an essential vitamin, which you need for good health. It plays a vital role in several important body functions. it is used to make red blood cells and DNA (the source of genetic information for all body cells). B12 is also required for making a protective layer around nerve cells in the nervous system.
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No. Just your liver and brain cells. Nothing so notably important as your teeth, thank god.
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Kidneys, liver, spleen, and pancreas?
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Dont know..\nwhy??\nis it important??
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To circulate the blood.\n\nOf course, blood circulation is so important because it carries oxygen and nutrients to tissues, and carries wastr products, especially Carbon Dioxide, away from the tissues.
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depends...i guess you could say it's really important since biology is all about how you and everything else stays alive.  But then, most people won't use it except to answer along with people on game shows.  Others will use it if they're doctors, nurses, science teachers, paleontologists, scientists, some military personel, etc.\n\nGuess it just depends!
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Your appendix is on the right, so it isn't appendicitis.  (There is no way that the appendix can be on the left in case you were wondering)  The spleen is on the left, but it is located right under the ribcage.  Your kidneys are low in your abdomen and are located on both sides.  I would guess that it has something to do with your intestines though.
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Yes, it is, and will be, vital.\n\n///
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You can live without a spleen. I know 2 people who lost theirs. You shouldn't however visit Nantucket or Cape Cod without one. There's a bacteria there that your body needs a spleen in order to fight off.