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1. The hypothalamus secretes TRH which stimulates the pituitary to release TSH, activating the thyroid gland to synthesize and release T3 and T4. 2. T3 and T4 exert effects via nuclear receptors and membrane receptors to regulate growth, metabolism, and other processes. 3. Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism can be treated by antagonizing excessive thyroid hormones, replacing deficient hormones, or through surgery. Medications regulate the thyroid axis at multiple levels.

Author
Thuan Tăng Nguyen
Language
EN