A Survey of the Thymus and Its Relation to Lymphocytes and Immune Reactions

The thymus appears to be a principal source of the small lymphocyte population of blood, spleen and lymph nodes. It may, in addition, produce hormonal factors affecting lymphocyte production. It plays a major role, early in life and perhaps later as well, in maintaining the immunologic integrity of...

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Published in:Blood 1962-11, Vol.20 (5), p.617-628
Main Authors: Arnason, Barry G, Jankovic, Branislav D, Waksman, Byron H
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:The thymus appears to be a principal source of the small lymphocyte population of blood, spleen and lymph nodes. It may, in addition, produce hormonal factors affecting lymphocyte production. It plays a major role, early in life and perhaps later as well, in maintaining the immunologic integrity of the organism.
ISSN:0006-4971
1528-0020
DOI:10.1182/blood.V20.5.617.617