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Thymus gland has a role in 

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  1. $Na^+$ $K^+$ balance

  2. Immune system

  3. Maintaining glucose level

  4. Maintaining $Ca^{2+}$ level

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:
Thymus gland is a lobular gland present on dorsal side of heart. It is associated with the development of immune system. It contains lymphoid tissue that plays an important role in proliferation and maturation of T-lymphocytes. It secretes thymosin hormone which plays an important role in the differentiation of T-lymphocytes which are associated with cell mediated immunity. Thymosin also promotes formation of antibodies for humoral immunity. It also controls resistance to infection and formation of lymphocytes. Thymus gland degenerates with age resulting in decreased production of thymosin. That's why older people have weak immunity. 
So, the correct answer is 'Immune system'.

Which of these is the correct combination for gland, hormone and its function?

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  1. Anterior pituitary - oxytocin - contraction of uterine muscles

  2. Anterior pituitary - vasopressin - induces reabsorption of water in nephron

  3. Thymus - thymosin - proliferation of T-lymphocytes

  4. $\alpha$-cells - glucagon - uptake of glucose by cells

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:
A. Oxytocin is secreted from the posterior pituitary and helps in the contraction of uterus during childbirth and also stimulates release of milk from mammary glands i.e. lactation.
B. Vasopressin or Anti diuretic hormone (ADH), is secreted from the posterior part of pituitary gland. This hormone increases reabsorption of water in kidneys and this results in decreased rate of urine production.
C. Thymus gland is associated with the development of immune system and present on the dorsal side of heart. It secretes thymosin hormone which plays an important role in the differentiation of T-lymphocytes.
D. Glucagon is secreted from αα-cells of islets of Langerhans of pancreas. It increases blood sugar level by stimulating glycogenolysis (i.e. break down of glucose) and gluconeogenesis (synthesis of glucose).
Hence, option C is the correct combination for gland, hormone and its function.
So, the correct answer is 'Thymus - thymosin - proliferation of T-lymphocytes'.

Which is not the function of endocrine gland, located in upper dorsal side of heart and aorta?

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  1. Plays important role in development of immune system

  2. Induces differentiation of T-lymphocytes

  3. Induces formation of RBCs

  4. Induces development of T-lymphocytes

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:
Thymus gland is a lobular structure present on dorsal side of heart and aorta. It is associated with the development of immune system. This gland consists of lymphoid tissue which plays an important role in the maturation and proliferation of T-lymphocytes. It secretes thymosin hormone which stimulates differentiation of T-lymphocytes associated with cell-mediated immunity. Thymosin also promotes formation of antibodies for humoral immunity.
RBCs formation is induced by erythropoietin secreted from juxtaglomerular cells of kidney. 
So, the correct answer is 'Induces formation of RBCs'. 

Which of the following helps in differentiation of cells of immune system?

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  1. Cortisol

  2. Thyroxine

  3. Thymosin

  4. Steroid

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:
A. Cortisol is secreted by adrenal cortex of adrenal gland. It produces anti-inflammatory reactions and suppresses the immune response.
B. Thyroxine is secreted by thyroid hormone. It controls basal metabolic rate and physical growth.
C. Thymosin is secreted by thymus gland. It plays a major role in the differentiation of T -lymphocytes which provide cell-mediated immunity.
D. Steroids are secreted by adrenal cortex of adrenal medulla. Example aldosterone, cortisol, androgens.
So, the correct answer is 'Thymosin'.

The letter T in T-lymphocyte refers to :

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  1. Thymus

  2. Thyroid

  3. Thalamus

  4. Tonsil

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Correct Option: A

Which of the following glands is lost as the age advances?

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  1. Thyroid

  2. Thymus

  3. Pancreas

  4. Adrenal

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Thymus glands is a specialised lymphoid organ of the immune system. It helps in the maturation of the T cells. it plays an important role during the puberty at the adolescence stage.  After puberty, it degenerates and it is replaced by fat. This shrinkage of thymus mainly takes place due to a high level of sex hormones.

So, the correct answer is option B.

The name of endocrine gland in the human brain is

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  1. Thyroid

  2. Adrenal

  3. Thymus

  4. Pituitary

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:
Endocrine glands are group of secretory cells surrounded by an extensive network of capillaries that facilitates diffusion of hormones into the bloodstream. These glands include Pituitary gland, Pineal body, thymus, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, etc.
Thyroid gland is situated in the neck in front of the larynx and trachea at the level of 5th, 6th and 7th cervical and 1st thoracic vertebrae. The two adrenal glands are situated on the upper pole of each kidney enclosed within the renal fascia. The thymus is a soft gland located behind the breastbone and between the lungs. The pituitary gland is a pea sized structure located at the base of the brain, just below the hypothalamus.
So, the answer is D.

Which of the following do not play any role in calcium balance in the human body?

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  1. Vitamin D

  2. Parathyroid hormone

  3. Thyrocalcitonin

  4. Thymosin

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:
Thymosin is a hormone released by the thymus. It has a major role in the maturation of the T lymphocytes. It has no role in maintaining the calcium balance in the body.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Thymosin.'

Which gland atrophies in adults?

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  1. Pancreas gland

  2. Thymus gland

  3. Adrenal gland

  4. Thyroid gland

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Thymus gland is a prominent gland at birth but gradually atrophies in the adult. It is a soft, pinkish, bilobed mass of lymphoid tissue. It secretes a hormone thymosin which is involved in producing immunity.

Which one of the following is termed temporary gland?

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  1. Pineal

  2. Thymus

  3. Pancreas

  4. Kidney

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Thymus is called temporary gland as it degenerates in old individuals resulting in a decreased production of thymosin.