HOW ARE THEY PRODUCED?
Gland utilizes the iodine from our food, oxidises it and bind to tyrosyl residues in the thyroglobulin ( produced by thyroid cell organelle like EPR) to form iodothyronine which undergo oxidative coupling to form thyroid hormones. Hormone production is regulated by higher centres like pituitary gland and hypothalamus.
WHY THYROID HORMONES ARE IMPORTANT?
Function of various organs depend on this hormone, by stimulating the metabolism of the cell and activity. There by, these hormones regulate energy homeostasis( maintaining stability or balance in the tissues or organs) . Thyroid hormones are essential for the development of fetus( baby inside the uterus) and newborn babies, especially for their brain development and normal growth. So it is very important to know the hormone levels of a person especially pregnant person.
OTHER HORMONE PRODUCED BY THYROID
Calcitonin is produced by parafollicular C cells of the thyroid gland. It is important in maintaining calcium level in the body. Calcium is important for various functions of our body.
FACTORS AFFECTING THE THYROID HORMONES
Iodine deficiency, Disorders of the thyroid gland, autoimmune conditions affecting the gland, problems of the pituitary and hypothalamus can affect the hormone levels.
INCREASED OR OVER PRODUCTION AND DECREASED OR UNDER PRODUCTION OF THYROID HORMONES CAN AFFECT WELL BEING OF THE PATIENT AND SOMETIMES IT CAN BE POTENTIALLY LIFE THREATENING ALSO.
Will be writing about various conditions of the thyroid gland one by one.
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