Thyroid follicles are small, round structures found in the thyroid gland. They store and produce thyroid hormones, which help regulate the body's metabolism and energy levels. Full definition
Our analyses showed the expected aging - associated increase in thyroid follicle size, which was significantly decreased by rapamycin treatment (Figure 7A and Supplemental Figure 7). (jci.org)
Paisley was chosen because of its resemblance to a cross section of thyroid follicles, the tiny spheres that the thyroid gland is made up of. (rejuvmedicalky.com)
Rapamycin decreased thyroid follicle size in an aging - independent manner. (jci.org)