In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Thyroid Gland 2. Development of Thyroid Gland 3. Location 4. Anatomy 5. Histology and Cytology. Meaning of Thyroid Gland: Thyroid gland is the largest organ (weighing about 15-25 gm. in adult human), specialised for endocrine function in human body. This gland is capable of accumulating iodide in great excess and [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Biochemistry of Calcitonin 2. Biosynthesis of Calcitonin 3. Physiological Roles. Biochemistry of Calcitonin: Calcitonin is peptide hormone having 32 amino acid residues, with a 1-7 intrachain disulfide ring and a prolinamide carboxy-terminal group (Fig. 7.23) in human. Biosynthesis of Calcitonin: Like many other peptide hormones, it is derived from a larger precursor [...]
The following points highlight the eleven main effects of thyroid hormones. Some of the effects are: 1. Effects on Oxygen Consumption, Heat Production 2. Effects on Growth and Differentiation 3. Cardiovascular Effect 4. Hematopoietic Effects 5. Gastrointestinal Effect 6. Pulmonary Effect 7. Effects on Foetal Development 8. Effects on Carbohydrate Metabolism 9. Effects on Protein Metabolism and Others. 1. Effects [...]