MICROANATOMY

ENDOCRINE ORGANS AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

THYROID

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
thyroid gland is which type of gland
A
Endocrine gland
B
Exocrine gland
C
dual gland
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The thyroid gland is a vital hormone gland: It plays a major role in the metabolism, growth and development of the human body. It helps to regulate many body functions by constantly releasing a steady amount of thyroid hormones into the bloodstream.

Detailed explanation-2: -The thyroid gland is an endocrine gland in your neck. It makes two hormones that are secreted into the blood: thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).

Detailed explanation-3: -The pituitary gland The pituitary is located at the base of the brain. Its principal function is to monitor and regulate the activity of the other glands. The pituitary affects the thyroid gland by producing a hormone called thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), which prompts the thyroid to release more T4 and T3.

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