tetraiodothyronine

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Definition Noun : A hormone produced by the thyroid gland : Tetraiodothyronine is the primary hormone secreted by the thyroid gland. Its main function is to regulate the body's metabolic rate by controlling the speed of cellular processes. A chemical compound : It is an iodine-containing amino acid derivative. Chemically, it is known as thyroxine and is often abbreviated as T4. Usage Examples N...