location, appearance, and structure of thymus Flashcards
1
Q
what is the thymus
A
unpaired organ
2
Q
what lobes does the thymus have
A
2 pyramidal lobes
3
Q
where is the thymus located
A
mediastinum
4
Q
what color is the thymus during childhood
A
pinkish grey
5
Q
how are the lobes of the thymus divided
A
subdivided into small lobules by connective tissue septa
6
Q
what is thymic corpuscles
A
medullary tissue
