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Thyroxin is a calorigenic hormone because it increases oxygen uptake and metabolism by the tissues and thus accelerates energy production,i.e., increases BMR

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Is a thyroid hormone a cell?

A hormone is a chemical, not a cell. They thyroid gland that secretes the thyroid hormone (which is called thyroxin) is composed of cells.


What is the organ secreting hormone of thyroxin?

Thyroxin is secreted by the thyroid gland. It is found in either sides of the neck


Which non metal is present in hormone thyroxin?

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What hormone if produced inadequately would cause cretinism?

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What is thyroxin hormone?

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Hormone that stimulates the production of thyroxin?

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What happens when thyroxine increases?

When thyroxin levels increase in the body, it can lead to a condition called hyperthyroidism. Thyroxin is a hormone that the thyroid gland secretes. Hyperthyroidism can causes symptoms like weight loss, hand tremors, and weakness in muscles. This condition requires treatment.


What is difference between thyroxin and l thyroxin?

Thyroxin is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism and growth in the body. L-Thyroxine is a synthetic form of thyroxin that is commonly used as a medication to treat conditions such as hypothyroidism. The difference lies in their origin, with thyroxin being produced naturally by the body and l-thyroxine being a synthetic version.


Iodine is essential for the synthesis of what hormones?

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What hormone increases body temperature?

Thyroxine, a hormone produced by the thyroid gland, is responsible for increasing metabolism and body temperature regulation.


What hormone is released from the Thyroid?

Uncheck answer: Thyroid Glands, in the throat behind the trachea