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ZoologyChemical Coordination and IntegrationThyroid GlandMedium2 minPYQ_2023
ZoologyMediumsingle choice
Which of the following are NOT under the control of thyroid hormone?
A. Maintenance of water and electrolyte balance
B. Regulation of basal metabolic rate
C. Normal rhythm of sleep-wake cycle
D. Development of immune system
E. Support the process of R.B.C.s formation
Choose the correct answer from the given options:
NEET 2023 (All India)
Options:
Answer:
D
Solution:
- Development of immune system is a function of Thymosins secreted by Thymus glands.
- Melatonin, secreted from the Pineal gland maintains the normal rhythms of sleep-wake cycle.
Thyroid hormones
- Play an important role in the regulation of the basal metabolic rate.
- These hormones also support the process of red blood cell formation.
- Thyroid hormones control the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
- Calcitonin from thyroid glands regulate the blood calcium levels.
- Maintenance of water and electrolyte balance is also influenced by thyroid hormones.
Stream:NEETSubject:ZoologyTopic:Chemical Coordination and IntegrationSubtopic:Thyroid Gland
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