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Thyroid gland pathology Flashcards

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What is the origin of the thyroid during embryological development?

A 
Pharyngeal epithelium (posterior tongue)
-descends via foramen caecum
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C cells are found within the thyroid. What do they secrete?

A

Calcitonin

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In Graves’ disease, what are the effects of the TSH receptor antibodies and Thyroid Peroxisomes antibodies on the thyroid?
What, therefore, is the presentation?

A

Stimulate thyroid function and growth

Hyperthyroidism

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