Cells in the Thyroid Gland Produce and Secrete Thyroid Hormone

question 37

Multiple Choice

Cells in the thyroid gland produce and secrete thyroid hormone (a polymer of amino acids) that helps to regulate metabolism. What organelle is most likely abundant in cells of the thyroid gland?

• A)mitochondria
• B)rough endoplasmic reticulum
• C)free ribosomes
• D)lysosomes

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