PATHOLOGY MCQ
IMMUNE RESPONSE
Question
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Thymosins
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lymphosin
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lymphocytes
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none of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Your thymus produces and releases several hormones including: Thymopoietin: fuels the production of T-cells and tells the pituitary gland to release hormones. Thymosin and thymulin: help make specialized types of T-cells.
Detailed explanation-2: -The thymus also produces a hormone called thymosin that helps make and develop T cells.
Detailed explanation-3: -Thymosin is a hormone secreted from the thymus. Its primary function is to stimulate the production of T cells, which are an important part of the immune system. Thymosin also assists in the development of B cells to plasma cells to produce antibodies.
Detailed explanation-4: -[1] The thymus is the organ primarily responsible for the production and maturation of immune cells; including small lymphocytes that protect the body against foreign antigens. The thymus is the source of cells that will live in the lymphoid tissues and supports their maturation and proper function.
Detailed explanation-5: -Thymulin is a thymic hormone exclusively produced by the thymic epithelial cells.