**8. Effect of removal of the thymus gland and its clinical significance**

Thymus gland is an important component of immune system. This system defends the host from several infections [11]. It's inappropriate performance may produce embarrassment or even fatality. If the thymus gland is removed from the new borne individual, then there will be no possibility of the T cell production [6]. Other, lymphoid organs will also lack or decrease the number of T cell to fight against the pathogens. Consequently, death of the individual may occur, predominantly due to complications with infection and lack of immunity.
