In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Origin of Thyroid Gland 2. Location and Structure of Thyroid Gland 3. Hormones. Origin of Thyroid Gland: It develops from the endoderm of the embryo. Location and Structure of Thyroid Gland: The thyroid gland is the largest endocrine gland located anterior to the thyroid cartilage of the […]
Thyroid Gland: Origin, Location and Structure
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Thyroid Gland: Thyroxine and Triiodothyronine
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The below mentioned article provides a short note on the Thyroid Gland. The thyroid gland weighs about 25-30 gm. and consists of closely packed sacs (follicles) filled with proteinaceous colloid. The gland secretes the hormones thyroxine and triiodothyronine. Of a total of 50 mg of iodine in the body, about 10-15 mg are in thyroid. […]