Question

The function of the hormones secreted by the thymus gland is to: a. stimulate lymph production. b. concentrate the lymph and filter out toxins. c. enable lymphocytes to develop into mature T cells. d. break down old erythrocytes and recycle the hemoglobin.

Answer 1

C. ENABLE LYMPHOCYTES TO DEVELOP INTO MATURE T CELLS

Step-by-step explanation:

Thymus gland is a gland that produces thymosin hormone which is necessary for the production and development of T cells which are essential in immune response against diseases and infections. Thymus gland is located anterior to the chest, behind the sternum and is not found functioning throughout lifespan but mostly at puberty. After puberty it shrinks and replaced by fats in the body. Thymus gland produces thymosin which converts white blood cells into T cells. White blood cells called lymphocytes pass through thymus in which they are transformed into developed T cells which are then released into lymph nodes from which they execute their immune functions.

Answer 2

C. Enables lymphocytes to develop into mature T cells.

Step-by-step explanation:

The thymus gland is located behind the sternum between the lungs.

The hormone secreted by the thymus gland is known as thymosin which stimulates the development of T cells.

These T cells are disease fighting cells. They play a vital role in the lymphatic system protecting the body against autoimmunity, this is when the immune system turns against itself. T cells are otherwise known as T lymphocytes.