The thyroid is a small gland located in the front of the neck. It is responsible for setting the body’s metabolism. It is this gland that sets the thermostat for the rate at which the body will use ...

The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck, regulates metabolism, energy levels, digestion, and reproductive health. Thyroid disorders are among the most common endocrine conditions ...

It's the small organ with the big job. Found at the base of our necks, the thyroid gland helps almost every part of our bodies to operate well. So when it malfunctions, our bodies will speak and some ...

The endocrine system comprises glands and tissues that produce hormones to regulate and coordinate vital bodily functions. This article, the third in an eight-part series on the endocrine system, ...

The thyroid can be a tricky gland, and when it is not functioning properly, it can affect our whole body and mental wellbeing. The symptoms of a thyroid complication can hinder our ability to go about ...

RADIOIODINE (I131) has been used extensively in the diagnosis of thyroid disorders, and many tests have been developed. 1–3 Most of these tests are based on two aspects of thyroid activity: the ...

A low-functioning thyroid is one of the most common medical conditions diagnosed by physicians. Supplementation with thyroid hormone has been the gold standard for treatment for over 100 years. The ...

Skolkovo biomed cluster resident 3D Bioprinting Solutions has announced the successful printing of a mouse’s thyroid gland. 3d Bioprinting Solutions is targeting functional printed kidney scheduled ...

A 46-year-old Asian woman was seen in the endocrine clinic for evaluation of a goiter. She was originally from China, where here physician noted that she had an enlarged thyroid gland and reported an ...