OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
LYMPHATIC TISSUES AND ORGANS
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Question
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Upper, anterior thorax, above the heart also considered an endorcrine gland
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Lymph
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thymus gland
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immunity
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passive acquired immunity
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The thymus gland is in the chest between the lungs. It makes white blood cells (T lymphocytes) which are part of the immune system and help fight infection. The thymus gland is in the chest, between the lungs and behind the breastbone or sternum. It is just in front of and above the heart.
Detailed explanation-2: -The thymus is a primary lymphoid organ recognised as having both immune and endocrine functions.
Detailed explanation-3: -The thymus sits just in front of and above the heart. The thymus is divided into 2 halves, called lobes. It has an irregular shape. There are a lot of small bumps called lobules on its surface.
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