| thyroid-stimulating hormone |
THY-roid STIM-u-lay-ting HOR-moan (TSH) A hormone made in the anterior pituitary gland in humans that stimulates the thyroid gland to release two hormones. 667
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| thyroxine |
thy-ROX-in A thyroid hormone that increases the rate of cellular metabolism. 665
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| thyroid cartilage |
Widening expanses of cartilage above the trachea, the top marks the level of C-4, the bottom C-5.
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| thyroid gland |
Near the "Adam's apple;" responsible for secretion of hormone that is involved in regulation of the rate of metabolism.
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| thyroid |
located in front of the neck, below the larynx (voice box). The thyroid plays an important role in the body's metabolism and also plays a role in the regulation of the body's calcium balance.
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