Sentences with phrase «metabolic functions of the thyroid gland»

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The thyroid gland releases two thyroid hormones: thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), both of which influence the functioning of the whole body, including controlling the rate at which it burns calories, known as the metabolic rate.

As thyroid gland is responsible for maintaining healthy metabolic activities of the body, moderate to severe hypothyroidism can alter the pace of various reactions and biological functions of the body.

By Mary - Ann Shearer Where and what is the Thyroid Gland The Thyroid is wrapped around your larynx (voice box) in a butterfly shape and is involved in a variety of functions in the body, the major ones being regulating Basal Metabolic Rate (which will affect your body weight), temperature regulation, metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats, -LSB-...]

Blood chemistry panels include measurements of kidney and liver function, thyroid levels, and indicators of metabolic disorders like diabetes and adrenal gland disease.

Hyperthyroidism - The thyroid is a small — but mighty — gland in the back of the throat that controls the metabolic functions and affects the energy level of your cat.

Hyperthyroidism - The thyroid is a small — but very important — gland that lies near the trachea in your cat's neck, It the metabolic functions and affects the energy level of your cat.