Title 22 chemical co-ordination n integration ppt - part 2.pdf ✅

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• Largest endocrine gland. HUMAN ENDOCRINE SYSTEM 4. THYROID GLAND
• Largest endocrine gland. • It includes 2 lobes located on either side of the trachea. • The lobes are interconnected with isthmus (a connective tissue). • Thyroid gland is composed of follicles & stromal tissues. HUMAN ENDOCRINE SYSTEM 4. THYROID GLAND Follicular cells secrete the following hormones: 1. Thyroxin (tetraiodothyronine, T4) & Triiodothyronine (T3) 2. Thyrocalcitonin (TCT)
Functions:  Regulation of basal metabolic rate (BMR).  Physical, mental & sexual development. 1. Thyroxin (tetraiodothyronine, T4) & Triiodothyronine (T3) HUMAN ENDOCRINE SYSTEM 4. THYROID GLAND
Functions:  Regulation of basal metabolic rate (BMR).  Physical, mental & sexual development.  Support RBC formation.  Control metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins & fats.  Maintain water & electrolyte balance. 1. Thyroxin (tetraiodothyronine, T4) & Triiodothyronine (T3) HUMAN ENDOCRINE SYSTEM 4. THYROID GLAND