thymosin

(noun)

a polypeptide hormone, secreted by the thymus, that stimulates the development of T cells as part of the immune system

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  • Organs with Secondary Endocrine Functions

    • The thymus produces hormones referred to as thymosins, which contribute to the development of the immune response .
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