Thyroid hormone Summary

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644 words, approx. 3 pages
Thyroid Histophysiology and Hormones The thyroid gland is localized below the larynx, occupying the anterior and lateral space around the trachea. The most abundant hormone secreted by the thyroid is ... Read more
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Thyroid Hormones Thyroid hormones are artificially made hormones that make up for a lack of natural hormones produced by the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped structure in the lower... Read more
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Thyroxine (Thyroid Hormone) Thyroxine is the principal hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It promotes protein synthesis and growth, and also helps regulate the body's metabolism (oxygen use and he... Read more