What Is the Endocrine Function of the Thyroid

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Multiple Choice

What is the endocrine function of the thyroid?

• A) Controls the metabolic rate and calcium levels
• B) Controls the actions of the pituitary gland
• C) Regulated blood glucose levels
• D) Production of T cells in the immune system

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Definitions:

DTaP

A vaccine that protects against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (whooping cough), recommended for children for immunity against these infectious diseases.

MMR

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MCV4

A vaccine that protects against meningococcal diseases caused by Neisseria meningitidis serogroups A, C, W, and Y.

Growth Spurt

A rapid period of growth, often observed in children during puberty, marked by accelerated increase in height and often mass.