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No, they are not . * The thymus is a lymphoid and endocrine (meaning ductless) gland located in the chest cavity behind the sternum (breastbone). It is responsible for the development of the immune system. In addition to producing white blood cells, the thymus produces hormones (e.g., thymosin) that promote maturation of T lymphocytes. Thymus gland is larger in children than in adults and may disappear completely in old age.
* Lying at the front of the neck , nestled just below the larynx, the endocrine thyroid gland produces hormones that help the body control metabolism. Thyroid hormone is also produced in response to another hormone secreted by the pituitary gland. Thyroid hormones include thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).
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∙ 9y agoAccording to Wikipedia, the thymus is a specialized organ of the immune system. It is composed of two identical lobes and is located anatomically in front of the heart and behind the sternum.
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that sits at the base of the neck near the Adam's apple. It produces hormones that regulate the metabolism.
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Does thymus regulate metabolism?
No, The Thyroid does.
Which endocrine organ lies just above the heart?
thyroid
Which gland plays important roles in both the immune and cardiovascular systems?
The THYMUS GLAND
What is the odd organ out in this list thyroid gland - thymus - spleen - lymph nodes?
Thyroid is the odd organ among the thyroid, thymus, spleen and lymph nodes. The other three are part of the immune system, while the thyroid is not.
Which body system has thyroid thymus pituitary?
endocrine
How does the thymus and thyroid gland work together?
caca
Which endocrine organ is found superior to the thymus?
thyroid gland
What does not belong the thyroid gland thymus spleen or lymph nodes?
Unlike the other organs listed, the thyroid has no immune function.
What body part begins with the letters th?
· thigh · thorax · throat · thumb · thymus · thyroid
What is the combining form for pertaining to a good or normal thymus?
Thyroid/o is the combining form for thyroid.
Where in the body can you not get stones?
brain, liver, ear, bones, spleen, thymus, thyroid, etc.
What is veal sweet bread?
Thyroid gland of a baby cow.
