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Definition of Thymosin
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Thymosin: One of several polypeptide hormones secreted by the thymus that control the maturation of T cells. They are derived from a polypeptide called prothymosin-alpha (PTMA) or alpha thymosin.