The development of T cells in the thymus is overseen by
A)suppressor cells.
B)cytotoxic cells.
C)mediator cells.
D)inducer cells.
E)helper cells.

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The development of T cells in the thymus is guided by the interactions between thymic epithelial cells and developing T cells. The thymic epithelial cells provide signals that induce differentiation, proliferation, and selection of T cells. These signals are mediated by inducer cells, also known as thymic stromal cells or thymic nurse cells. Thus, option D, inducer cells, is the best choice. The other options, suppressor cells, cytotoxic cells, mediator cells, and helper cells, are not directly involved in the development of T cells in the thymus.

The Development of T Cells in the Thymus Is Overseen