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Thymus. The thymus is a lymphoid gland comprised of two identically sized lobes, located behind the sternum (breastbone) but in front of the heart. It derives its name from a resemblance it bears to the bud of the thyme plant (thymus in Latin). At puberty, the thymus reaches the height of its use, becoming its largest.
The immune system is composed of specialized cells, glands, and organs. One important part of the immune system is the thymus, which is a pyramid-shaped organ of the immune system that is involved in producing T cells, or lymphocytes. The thymus is located in the chest in an area in front of the heart and directly behind the sternum.