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Meaning of THYROXIN

Pronunciation:  thI'râksin

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 Definition: [n]  hormone produced by the thyroid glands to regulate metabolism by controlling the rate of oxidation in cells; "thyroxine is 65% iodine"
 
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 Synonyms: T, tetraiodothyronine, thyroxine
 
 See Also: thyroid hormone

 

 

 

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