What is the role of the thymus gland?

What is the role of the thymus gland?
  1. It secretes thymosins
  2. It secretes melatonin
  3. It secretes parathyroid hormone
  4. It secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine

Solution

The thymus gland secretes thymosins, which play a major role in the differentiation of T-lymphocytes and provide cell-mediated immunity. It also increases the production of antibodies to provide humoral immunity.

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