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प्रश्न
Define the following:
Exophthalmic goiter
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उत्तर
Exophthalmic goitre a form of hyperthyroidism in which the thyroid gland is overactive and secretes excess thyroxine, producing an enlarged thyroid (goitre) together with protrusion of the eyes (exophthalmos).
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Name the hormone produced by the following gland, giving one function:
Thyroid
Goiter is usually observed in people living in hilly regions.
Identify the amine.
Iodine is necessary for the synthesis of which of the following hormone?
The mineral element needed for the functioning of the Thyroid gland:
Name the endocrine gland that produces calcitonin and mention the role played by this hormone.
Sketch and label histology of thyroid gland.
Name the gland that causes following disorder.
Addison's disease
Name the mineral element required for the synthesis of thyroxine.
Which of the following are NOT under the control of thyroid hormone?
- Maintenance of water and electrolyte balance.
- Regulation of basal metabolic rate.
- Normal rhythm of sleep-wake cycle.
- Development of immune system
- Support the process of R.B.Cs formation.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
