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प्रश्न
Give reason.
Simple goitre can be prevented by using iodised salt in food.
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उत्तर
- Goitre is a condition induced by an iodine shortage in the diet.
- This condition causes an enlarged thyroid gland and swelling in the neck region.
- It is prevalent in northern India's mountainous regions due to iodine deficiency in the soil and subterranean water.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Which hormone deficiency is responsible for the following?
Cretinism
Give the special function of the following:
Thyroid stimulating hormone
Short answer question
Which are the 2 types of goitre? What are its causes?
Long answer question
Describe in brief an account of disorders of the thyroid.
Which hormone is produced by the parafollicular cells?
All of the statements correctly describe mode of hormone action, EXCEPT ______.
Which hormone deficiency is responsible for the following?
Goitre
Write the exact location of the following gland:
Thyroid
Name the following:
Symptoms of cretinism.
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:
