Thyroid vs. Thymus — What's the Difference?

The thyroid, or thyroid gland, is an endocrine gland in vertebrates. In humans it is in the neck and consists of two connected lobes.

The thymus is a specialized primary lymphoid organ of the immune system. Within the thymus, thymus cell lymphocytes or T cells mature.

The thyroid gland.

A small glandular organ that is situated behind the top of the breastbone, consisting mainly of lymphatic tissue and serving as the site of T cell differentiation. The thymus increases gradually in size and activity until puberty, after which it begins to atrophy.

The thyroid cartilage.

A similar structure in other vertebrate animals.

A dried, powdered preparation of the thyroid gland of certain domestic animals, used in treatment of hypothyroid conditions.

A ductless gland, consisting mainly of lymphatic tissue, located behind the top of the breastbone. It is most active during puberty, after which it shrinks in size. It plays an important role in the development of the immune system and produces lymphocytes.

An artery, vein, nerve, or other part associated with the thyroid gland or thyroid cartilage.

Of, pertaining to, or designating, the thymus gland.

(anatomy) Of, relating to, or being the thyroid cartilage.

Large genus of Old World mints: thyme

(anatomy) Of, relating to, or being the thyroid gland.

A ductless glandular organ at the base of the neck that produces lymphocytes and aids in producing immunity; atrophies with age

Suggestive of a disordered thyroid gland.

(anatomy) thyroid cartilage.

(anatomy) thyroid gland.

(medicine) An extract prepared from the thyroid gland of animals and used in treating deficiency of thyroid hormones.

Shaped like an oblong shield; shield-shaped; as, the thyroid cartilage.

Of or pertaining to the thyroid body, thyroid cartilage, or thyroid artery; thyroideal.

Located near the base of the neck

Of or relating to the thyroid gland;

Suggestive of a thyroid disorder;