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ZoologyChemical Coordination and IntegrationThyroid GlandEasy2 minPYQ_2020
ZoologyEasysingle choice
Identify the hormone which performs the following functions -
I. Maintenance of water and electrolyte balance
II. Regulation of BMR
III. Regulation of erythropoiesis
Options:
Answer:
A
Solution:
Functions of Thyroid gland/hormones :
Regulation of the basal metabolic rate (BMR).
Regulate the process of red blood cell formation and menstrual cycle.
Controlling the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
Maintenance of water and electrolyte balance.
Decrease the blood calcium levels by secreting another protein hormone : Thyrocalcitonin (TCT).
Stream:NTA_ABHYAS_NEETSubject:ZoologyTopic:Chemical Coordination and IntegrationSubtopic:Thyroid Gland
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