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Option 2 : Thyroid
- The thyroid gland is responsible for the regulation of carbohydrates, protein and fat metabolism in the human body.
- The Thyroid gland is an endocrine gland i.e., releases hormones directly into the blood.
- The thyroid gland produces thyroxine hormone (T4) and triiodothyronine hormone (T3).
| Endocrine Gland | Functions |
|---|---|
| Thyroid gland | Regulates metabolism for body growth. |
| Pituitary gland | Stimulates growth in the body organs. |
| Testes | Development of male sex organs. |
| Ovaries | Development of female sex organs and control of menstrual cycle. |
| Adrenal gland | Helps the body to respond to stress and control blood pressure. |
| Pancreas | Regulates blood sugar levels. |
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