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Thyroxine, also known as T4, is the primary hormone secreted by the thyroid gland. It regulates metabolism and body functions. T4 is synthesized through a multi-step process where iodine is added to the amino acid tyrosine within the thyroid follicles. This forms T4 as well as smaller amounts of T3. T4 is stored and released as needed, circulating in the bloodstream where most is converted to the active form T3. T4 regulates metabolism by binding to nuclear receptors and influencing gene expression. It has

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Ushna Siddiqui

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