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Is T3 or T4 more potent?

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The question is asking about the potency of thyroid hormones, specifically comparing T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (thyroxine). It seeks to understand which of these hormones has a stronger biological effect.

Answer

T3 is more potent than T4.

T3 is more potent than T4.

Answer for screen readers

T3 is more potent than T4.

More Information

T3 (triiodothyronine) is biologically more active and metabolically potent than T4 (thyroxine). T3 is 3-4 times more potent than T4, though it has a shorter half-life.

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