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what is the function of thyroid gland ?
The purpose of  thyroid gland is to make, store, and release thyroid hormones into our blood. These hormones, which are also referred to as T3 (liothyronine) and T4 (levothyroxine), affect almost every cell in our body, and help control our body’s functions. If you have too little thyroid hormone in your blood, your body slows down. This condition is called hypothyroidism. If you have too much thyroid hormone in your blood, your body speeds up. This condition is called hyperthyroidism.


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