Solution:
The thymus gland secretes thymosins which play a major role in the differentiation of T-lymphocytes, which provide cell-mediated immunity. Progressive decrease in the number of helper T-lymphocytes occurs in the AIDS patient.
Which of the following gland is often referred in connection with AIDS?
The thymus gland secretes thymosins which play a major role in the differentiation of T-lymphocytes, which provide cell-mediated immunity. Progressive decrease in the number of helper T-lymphocytes occurs in the AIDS patient.