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Thymus. The thymus gland is the main organ of the lymphatic system. Located in the upper chest region, the primary function of this gland is to promote the development of specific cells of the immune system called T lymphocytes.he thymus gland acts to regulate the immune system through the development of immune cells responsible for cell mediated immunity. In addition to immune function, the thymus also produces hormones that promote growth and maturation.
it is an organ of immunogenesis- immunologically competent lymphocytes are produced. â¦thymosin is a hormone secreted by the gland. it acts on the lymph nodes to produce T-lymphocytes. it is a part the immune system   The thymus gland acts like a thermostat to provide the right balance of immunity. site of lymphocytes production The thymus gland lies beneath the sternum (breastbone) and above the trachea (wind pipe) and heart. There are two lobes to this gland and each are made of Lymphatic tissue.