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Thyroid Hormone Axis Regulation

Meaning

Thyroid Hormone Axis Regulation refers to the complex, tightly controlled neuroendocrine feedback loop that governs the production, secretion, and peripheral action of thyroid hormones. These hormones are essential for basal metabolic rate, growth, and development, influencing nearly every cell in the body. This axis involves the Hypothalamus, Pituitary Gland, and Thyroid Gland (HPT axis), and its proper function is critical for maintaining whole-body energy homeostasis. Dysregulation in this axis is a common cause of metabolic and hormonal symptoms, requiring precise clinical management.