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Developing T cells in the thymus can express

  • A. Both CD4 and CD8
  • B. Only CD4
  • C. Only CD8
  • D. Neither CD4 or CD8
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because developing T cells initially express both CD4 and CD8 co-receptors in the thymus. This stage is crucial for T cell maturation and selection. Eventually, T cells undergo positive and negative selection processes to become either CD4+ helper T cells or CD8+ cytotoxic T cells based on their specificity and function. Choices B and C are incorrect because T cells initially express both CD4 and CD8. Choice D is also incorrect as T cells do express either CD4 or CD8 during their development in the thymus.