Gland That Plays a Key Role in T Cell Maturation

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Question is: Gland That Plays a Key Role in T Cell Maturation

and the answer is: THYMUS

Word Meaning:

THYMUS — (anatomy, immunology) Ellipsis of thymus gland (“A ductless gland, consisting mainly of lymphatic tissue, located behind the top of the breastbone. It is most active during puberty, after which it shrinks in size. It plays an important role in the development of the immune system and produces lymphocytes.”).

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