The thymus gland secretes hormones called:

A.

Thyroxines; control metabolism.

B.

Melatonins; control circadian rhythms.

C.

Thymosins; control production and differentiation of white blood cells.

D.

Prostaglandins; control strength.

Answer and Rationale

The Correct Answer is C.

The thymus gland is an essential part of the immune system that produces and matures T cells, a type of white blood cell that defends the body from infections.
Thymosins also regulate immune cell production and inhibit aging.
Choice A is wrong because thyroxines are hormones produced by the thyroid gland, not the thymus gland.
Thyroxines control metabolism and affect growth and development.
Choice B is wrong because melatonins are hormones produced by the pineal gland, not the thymus gland.
Melatonins control circadian rhythms and sleep cycles.
Choice D is wrong because prostaglandins are not hormones, but lipid compounds that have hormone-like effects.
Prostaglandins control inflammation, blood pressure, muscle contraction, and other functions.


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