Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes the Thymus Gland

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes the thymus gland?

• A) The thymus gland lacks a capsule.
• B) The thymus gland contains many reticular fibers.
• C) The thymus gland decreases in size after age 60.
• D) Lymphocytes are found only in the medulla of the thymus gland.
• E) The thymus increases in size with aging.

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