CLINICAL APPROACH TO AN ENLARGED THYROID GLAND
Enlarged thyroid gland: Causes & Diagnosis An enlarged thyroid gland, also known as goiter, can be caused by various factors. Here are some common causes: Iodine Deficiency: Inadequate iodine intake can lead to an enlarged thyroid gland. Iodine is essential…
PHARMACOLOGY OF THE THYROID AND PARATHYROID HORMONES
Pharmacology of thyroid hormones Thyroid hormones, mainly thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), play crucial roles in regulating various physiological processes in the body. Here’s a detailed characterization of their pharmacology: Synthesis: Thyroid hormones are synthesized in the thyroid gland. The…
THYROID SCAN TECHNIQUE
A thyroid isotope scan, also known as a thyroid scan or thyroid scintigraphy, is a diagnostic imaging technique used to assess the structure and function of the thyroid gland. It involves the use of a radioactive isotope, usually technetium-99m or…
TIPS FOR UNDERSTANDING THE PATHOLOGY OF THE THYROID GLAND
Thyrotoxicosis & Graves’ Disease Thyrotoxicosis refers to a condition characterized by excessive thyroid hormone levels in the bloodstream. This condition can be caused by various factors, including diseases such as Graves’ disease, toxic multinodular goiter, and toxic adenoma. The primary…
BIOCHEMICAL ASPECTS OF THYROID HORMONES METABOLISM
Thyroid hormone biosynthesis Thyroid hormone biosynthesis is a complex process that occurs in the thyroid gland. The primary hormones produced by the thyroid gland are thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), which play crucial roles in regulating metabolism and various physiological…
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