10 Questions
What is the main component of thyroid hormone synthesis?
Thyroglobulin
What is the result of iodination of tyrosyl groups in thyroglobulin?
Formation of thyroid hormone
What is the difference between T4 and T3?
T3 is more active than T4
What is the function of rT3?
Inhibition of thyroid hormone synthesis
What is the significance of thyroglobulin in thyroid hormone synthesis?
It contains tyrosyl groups that are iodinated to form thyroid hormone
What is the role of iodine in thyroid hormone synthesis?
It is used to iodinate tyrosyl groups in thyroglobulin
What is the significance of thyroid hormone synthesis?
It regulates metabolism and energy production
What is the difference between T4 and rT3?
T4 is an active form of thyroid hormone, while rT3 is an inactive form
What is the role of thyroglobulin in thyroid hormone regulation?
It provides a source of tyrosyl groups for thyroid hormone synthesis
What is the relationship between T4 and T3?
T4 is converted to T3 in the liver
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