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V O Polyakova1, N S Linkova, I M Kvetnoy, V Kh Khavinson.
Abstract
The data on the morphology and functions of the thymus and pineal gland in individuals of different age are analyzed and common mechanisms of involution of these organs during aging and the consequencies of this process are discussed. Based on the data on the molecular changes in the thymus and pineal gland during aging, the authors hypothesize the functional unity of these organs and their mutual complementarity in the maintenance of normal immune and endocrine status during aging.Mesh:
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Year: 2011 PMID: 22462063 DOI: 10.1007/s10517-011-1400-2
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Bull Exp Biol Med ISSN: 0007-4888 Impact factor: 0.804