What is the function of the thymus gland?

What is the function of the thymus gland?
  1. Secretion of insulin
  2. Development of immune system
  3. Regulation of blood pressure
  4. Secretion of thyroid hormones

Solution

The thymus gland plays a major role in the development of the immune system by secreting the peptide hormones called thymosins, which play a major role in the differentiation of T-lymphocytes and production of antibodies.

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