Multiple choice

Lymphocytes are formed by

  1. liver

  2. thymus gland

  3. kidneys

  4. pancreas
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The thymus gland is a pink-grey organ that lies underneath the top of the breast bone. In animals it is known as the sweetbreads. The role of the thymus gland is to process lymphocytes, which are white blood cells that travel the body through the bloodstream.

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