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thymus lobe

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Either of the two lateral lobes that constitute the thymus. [ http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6601-2165 ]

Term info

Label

thymus lobe

Synonyms
  • lateral lobe of thymus
  • lobe of thymus
database cross reference
id

UBERON:0005483

structure notes

each lobe of the thymus can be divided into a central medulla and a peripheral cortex which is surrounded by an outer capsule. Each lobe is composed of numerous lobules held together by delicate areolar tissue; the entire organ being enclosed in an investing capsule of a similar but denser structure. The primary lobules vary in size from that of a pin's head to that of a small pea, and are made up of a number of small nodules or follicles.[WP]