Anatomy & Physiology: An Integrative Approach
Anatomy & Physiology: An Integrative Approach
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ISBN: 9780078024283
Author: Michael McKinley Dr., Valerie O'Loughlin, Theresa Bidle
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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The thyroid gland is present in the human lower frontal region of the neck which secretes thyroid hormones. These hormones are involved in the protein synthesis and metabolic rate. It also plays an important role in controlling of body metabolism.

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