What are two functions of the thymus gland?

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lina2011 [118]3 years ago

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The thymus gland is the main organ of the lymphatic system. Located in the upper chest region, the primary function of this gland<span> is to promote the development of specific cells of the immune system called T lymphocytes.</span>

tresset_1 [31]3 years ago

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The thymus gland, despite containing glandular tissue and producing several hormones, is much more closely associated with the immune system than with the endocrine system. The thymus serves a vital role in the training and development of T-lymphocytes or T cells, an extremely important type of white blood cell.

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