Thyroid Gland Flash Cards - Anatomy & Physiology

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Describe embryological origin of the Thyroid Gland. Link to Article
Describe the location of the thyroid gland, it's closely associated structures and anatomical landmarks. Link to Article
Describe the blood supply and venous drainage of the Thyroid Gland. Link to Article
The Thyroid gland consists of various sized follicles. What is the name of the cells which line the lumen of the follicles, and what is their function? Link to Article
Label the following histological section: [[Image:ThyroidGlandFlashCard1.jpg Link to Article
Which Letter represents the location of the C-Cells of the Thyroid Gland, and what is their function in 'Image 1' below? Link to Article
Define and describe the process of Iodide Trapping. Link to Article
Name the three hormones produced in the thyroid gland and describe how they are transported around the body? Link to Article
What are Hormone A and Hormone B in this schematic diagram ('Image 2' below) of the Hypothalamic - Pituitary - Thyroid Axis: Link to Article
Decribe the effects that T3 and T4 have on the following systems/physiological mechanisms: Link to Article


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