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a ductless glandular organ at the base of the neck that produces lymphocytes and aids in producing immunity; atrophies with age
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A lymphoid organ situated towards the front of the chest area, the thymus produces T-cells for the immune response. An SBO. Also known as sweetbread.
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| thymus gland |
Gland located on the upper area of the heart.
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| thymus gland |
A small endocrine gland located in the upper chest that regulates the development of certain immune system cells and makes hormones important in maintaining a strong, healthy immune system.
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| thymus gland |
a lymphoid organ located behind the upper portion of the sternum (breastbone). The thymus is the chief educator of T-cells. This organ increases in size from infancy to adolescence, and then begins to shrink.
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