To define:
Describe the normal anatomy and physiology of the thyroid gland.
Concept introduction:
Hormones are produced in the endocrine glands that are referred to as ductless glands. These hormones are involved in the regulation mechanism that is produced in one organ and it is transported in the blood to their target organs.
Explanation of Solution
The thyroid hormones such as triiodothyronine (T3), thyroxine (T4), and calcitonin are produced in the thyroid gland which is present in front of the neck. The thyroid gland closely communicates with parathyroid glands.
The thyroid gland is involved in the regulation of basal
The normal anatomy and physiology of the thyroid gland are explained in detail.
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