The condition goitre is associated with which hormone? |
Cortisone Adrenaline Thyroxine Insulin |
Thyroxine |
Thyroxine is an iodinated derivative of tyrosine. Abnormally low levels of thyroxine leads to hypothyroidism, which causes enlargement of thyroid gland (goitre). Increases level of thyroxine causes hyperthyroidism. |