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Where is the thymus gland located in the body?
Where is the thymus gland located in the body?
- Inferior to the thyroid gland
- In the neck
- Along the trachea
- Behind the sternum (correct)
Which gland is responsible for the maturation of T cells and cell-mediated immune response?
Which gland is responsible for the maturation of T cells and cell-mediated immune response?
- Adrenal gland
- Thymus gland (correct)
- Pancreas
- Thyroid gland
What happens to the thymus gland after puberty?
What happens to the thymus gland after puberty?
- It shrinks in size (correct)
- It remains the same size
- It increases in size
- It becomes more active
Study Notes
Thymus Gland Location and Function
- The thymus gland is located in the chest, behind the breastbone and between the lungs.
- The thymus gland is responsible for the maturation of T cells and cell-mediated immune response.
Changes in the Thymus Gland after Puberty
- After puberty, the thymus gland starts to shrink and becomes less active.
- The thymus gland's immune function gradually decreases with age, making it less efficient in fighting infections.
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Test your knowledge about the thymus gland with this informative quiz! Learn about its location, structure, and function as a primary lymphoid organ. Discover how it changes during different stages of life and its role in maturation.
