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Thyroid Gland Regulation

Meaning

Thyroid Gland Regulation refers to the complex, homeostatic control system that governs the synthesis, secretion, and peripheral action of thyroid hormones, primarily T4 and T3, which are essential for systemic metabolism, growth, and development. This regulation involves a precise feedback loop, the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Thyroid (HPT) axis, that adjusts hormone output in response to the body’s metabolic needs. Proper regulation ensures optimal cellular energy expenditure and organ function.