The Thymus Is Located in the Mediastinum Behind the Sternum

question 38

True/False

The thymus is located in the mediastinum behind the sternum.

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Definitions:

Left Atrium

One of the four chambers of the heart, receiving oxygenated blood from the lungs and pumping it to the left ventricle.

Premature Atrial Contractions

Early heartbeats originating in the atria, often perceived as a skipped beat and usually benign but can indicate underlying health issues.

Atria

The upper chambers of the heart.

Inferior Vena Cava

The large vein that carries deoxygenated blood from the lower half of the body into the heart.