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Triiodothyronine

Meaning

The most potent and biologically active form of thyroid hormone, often abbreviated as T3, which is crucial for regulating the body’s basal metabolic rate, body temperature, heart function, and development. While primarily produced in the thyroid gland as thyroxine (T4), the majority of circulating T3 is generated by the peripheral deiodination of T4 in tissues like the liver and kidneys. Optimal T3 levels are essential for cellular energy production and overall vitality.