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thymus

/ˈθaɪ.məs/

thymusnoun

thymuses

/ˈθaɪ.məs/

Traductions

The thymus is an important part of the immune system.

Тимус является важной частью иммунной системы.

Définitions

A specialized primary lymphoid organ of the immune system, located in the upper chest, where T cells mature.

The thymus plays a crucial role in the development of the immune system during childhood.

A glandular organ situated behind the sternum and between the lungs, which is most active during the neonatal and pre-adolescent periods.

As people age, the thymus gradually shrinks and becomes less active.

Synonymes

thymus gland

thymic gland

thymic organ

primary lymphoid organ

lymphoid organ