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The thyroid gland is located in the lower neck and plays an important role in regulating metabolism. It consists of two lobes connected by an isthmus. Histologically, it is made up of follicles containing colloid secreted by follicular cells. Specialized C cells secrete calcitonin. During thyroidectomies, the recurrent laryngeal nerve must be avoided to prevent voice issues. Tissue preparation for analysis includes fixation and sectioning. Histochemical staining helps identify thyroid hormones and enzymes t

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Aleena

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