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thymus

UK
/ˈθaɪ.məs/
US
/ˈθaɪ.məs/
thymusnoun
thymuses
pl
UK
/ˈθaɪ.məs/
US
/ˈθaɪ.məs/
Traduzioni
The thymus is an important part of the immune system.
Тимус является важной частью иммунной системы.
Definizioni
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.
Sinonimi
thymus gland
thymic gland
thymic organ
primary lymphoid organ
lymphoid organ
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