Thymus - Wikipedia The thymus (pl : thymuses or thymi) is a specialized primary lymphoid organ of the immune system Within the thymus, T cells mature T cells are critical to the adaptive immune system, where the body adapts to specific foreign invaders
Thymus: The Function of the Gland Why it is Important Your thymus is a small gland in the lymphatic system that makes and trains special white blood cells called T-cells The T-cells help your immune system fight disease and infection
Thymus Gland Role in Your Immune System - Verywell Health The thymus gland, located behind the breastbone, is an essential part of your immune system, creating T-cells to fight infections and manage immune balance Your thymus is most active in your younger years