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Which endocrine gland requires iodine to produce it's hormone?
The thyroid gland requires iodine to produce thyroid hormones, such as thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). Iodine is an essential component for the synthesis of thyroid hormones within the thyroid follicular cells.
Does the thyroid hormone require iodine for synthesis?
The United States Food and Drug Administration recommends 150 micrograms of iodine per day for both men and women. This is necessary for proper production of thyroid hormone. Natural sources of iodine include sea life, such as kelp and certain seafood, as well as plants grown on iodine-rich soil. Salt for human consumption is often enriched with iodine and is referred to as iodized salt.11. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iodine
What is the growth hormone that iodine makes?
Thyroid hormone needs iodine to function. The lack of iodine in the diet can cause the thyroid to enlarge as it is trying to overcompensate. This something we call goiter. In many countries iodine is added to salt.
Iodine is required for the formation of the?
Thyroid hormone.
Iodine is essential for the synthesis of what hormones?
TSH (thyroid stimulation hormone) Iodine is necessary for the thyroid gland to make thyroxin hormone. ( T3 and T4)
Why does yogurt contain iodine?
yogurt contains iodine which can increase thyroid hormone production
What element is important to the hormone that controls metamorphosis in tadpoles?
The element important to the hormone that controls metamorphosis in tadpoles is iodine. Thyroxine, a thyroid hormone that plays a key role in regulating metamorphosis, is synthesized from iodine and tyrosine. Adequate iodine levels are necessary for the proper functioning of the thyroid gland and the production of thyroxine.
Which non metal is present in hormone thyroxin?
iodine is found in hormone thyroxine
Is iodine found in thyroid hormones?
No. Iodine is not found in the thyroid hormones, but Iodine is necessary for the thyroid gland to make thyroxin hormone. Actually yes, iodine is found in the thyroid hormones T3 and T4, the most common forms of thyroid hormone.
If tadpoles are placed in iodine deficient water what will happen to them and why?
In case of frogs or tadpoles the growth or metamorphosis is controlled by thyroxine hormone. Presence of iodine is must for th production of thyroxine hormone.
Where is iodine normally found?
The thyroid requires a good deal of iodine.
What is the thyroxine?
an iodine-containing hormone secreted by the thyroid gland
