The largest endocrine gland is

Adrenal

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Thyroid

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Thymus

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Pituitary

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Solution

The correct option is B Thyroid
Endocrine glands secrete their products directly into the blood stream from where they are carried to their target organs. The largest endocrine gland is thyroid gland. It is present in neck between trachea and larynx. It is present in the form of two lobes on either side of trachea. This gland is composed of stromal tissue and follicles. The follicle cells secrete thyroxine hormone that regulates the metabolic rate of body.
So, the correct answer is 'Thyroid'.

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