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Anatomy & Physiology: Ch.11 > Thyroid Gland > Flashcards

Thyroid Gland Flashcards

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T4: Thyroxine

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Increases rate of energy release from carbohydrates

Increase rate of protein synthesis

Accelerates growth

Accelerates NS (nervous system) activity

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T3: Triidothyronine

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Same as T4 but 5 times more potent than thyroxine

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Calcitonin

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Lowers blood calcium and phosphate ions from bones by increasing excretion of these ions by kidneys

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Anatomy & Physiology: Ch.11 (10 decks)

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