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james

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which of the following statements regarding the thymus gland or its hormone is NOT true?
 
  a. The thymus secretes thymosin.
  b. Thymosin is important for proper development of the immune system.
  c. The thymus is a gland in the endocrine system.
  d. The thymus gland is located in the mediastinum just below the heart.

Question 2

Which of the following abbreviations is NOT a pathological condition?
 
  a. HNP
  b. CPK
  c. MD
  d. FX


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hramirez205

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d
Explanation:
a. The thymus secretes thymosin: a true statement
b. Thymosin is important for proper development of the immune system: a true statement
c. The thymus is a gland in the endocrine system: a true statement
d. The thymus gland is located in the mediastinum just below the heart: correct

Answer to Question 2

b
Explanation:
a. HNP: means herniated nucleus pulposus
b. CPK: correct
c. MD: means muscular dystrophy
d. FX: means fracture


james

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Gracias!

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