OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
LYMPHATIC AND IMMUNE SYSTEM
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Question
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thymus
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an organ important in immunity
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an organ that stores and produces red blood cells and gets rid of bacteria
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an organ that filters bacteria
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The thymus is an organ that is critically important to the immune system which serves as the body’s defense mechanism providing surveillance and protection against diverse pathogens, tumors, antigens and mediators of tissue damage.
Detailed explanation-2: -Primary lymphoid organs: These organs include the bone marrow and the thymus. They create special immune system cells called lymphocytes.
Detailed explanation-3: -The thymus gland is important because it trains the immune system to fight infections. Much of this training occurs before birth. However, studies have linked removing the thymus in infants to an increased risk of infections and autoimmune disorders.
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