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Thyroid secretions

Thyroid hormones basics

Thyroid Hormones: Structure, Chemistry, Secretions, and Functions

Hours October 28, 2023October 26, 2023
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  • What are Thyroid Hormones?
    • The Importance of Thyroid Hormones
  • The Thyroid Gland
    • a. Thyroid Gland Location
    • b. Thyroid Gland Size and Shape
    • c. Thyroid Gland Anatomy
    • d. Thyroid Gland Blood Supply
    • e. Thyroid Gland Histology
    • f. Thyroid Supporting Structures
    • g. Thyroid Embryonic Development
  • Types of Thyroid Hormones
    • a. T3 or Triiodothyronine
    • b. T4 or Thyroxine
  • What are Normal Thyroid Hormone Levels?
  • Synthesis & secretion of thyroxin (or) thyroid gland secretion:
    • Step 1: Uptake of iodine
    • Step 2: Oxidation of Iodine
    • Step 3: Iodination
    • Step 4: Coupling
    • Step 5: Storage
    • Step 6: Utilization
    • Step 7: Hydrolysis
    • Step 8: Release
    • Step 9: Salvage of iodine
  • Functions of Thyroid Hormones
    • a. Metabolism Regulation
    • b. Growth and Development
    • c. Body Temperature Regulation
    • d. Cardiovascular Effects
    • e. Other Effects
  • Thyroid Hormone Disorders
    • a. Hypothyroidism
    • b. Hyperthyroidism
    • c. Thyroid Autoimmune Diseases
  • Diagnosis of Thyroid Disorders
    • a. Symptoms and Signs
    • b. Blood Tests
    • c. Imaging Tests
    • d. Biopsy
  • Treatment of Thyroid Disorders
    • a. Medications
    • b. Lifestyle Changes
    • c. Surgery
    • d. Regular Monitoring
  • Importance of Thyroid Hormone Monitoring
    • Who Needs Screening?
    • Why Regular Monitoring Matters
  • Who is affected by thyroid disease?
  • FAQs about Thyroid Hormones
  • Conclusion
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