Which of the following is a temporary structure that is predominantly most prevalent during childhood to help fight infection?

thymus gland
thyroid gland
parathyroid gland
spleen


thymus gland

Rationale: The thymus gland is located within the mediastinal region. It is most predominant in children. When pediatric chests are ordered, size of the thymus gland is examined.

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