how do lymphatic capillaries differ from blood capillaries? illustration of lymphatic capillaries interacting with a systemic capillary bed. how do lymphatic capillaries differ from blood capillaries? illustration of lymphatic capillaries interacting with a systemic capillary bed. the walls of lymphatic capillaries are composed of endothelium. fluid flows in one direction in lymphatic capillaries. lymphatic capillaries are highly permeable. lymphatic capillaries are dead-end tubes.