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The thyroid gland, located in the neck, consists of two lobes and is responsible for producing hormones such as thyroxine (T4), triiodothyronine (T3), and calcitonin, which are crucial for metabolism, growth, and development. Hormones are synthesized from iodide and tyrosine within thyroglobulin, and their release into the bloodstream is regulated by thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). The thyroid hormones have significant effects on various body systems, including cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestin
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