Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following hormones regulates the basal metabolic rate?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Thyroid Hormones.
Key Points
- Thyroid hormones, mainly thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), are crucial for regulating the basal metabolic rate (BMR).
- They play an essential role in metabolism, influencing the rate at which the body uses energy.
- Thyroid hormones help control the body's temperature, heart rate, and how the body converts food into energy.
- They are produced by the thyroid gland, located in the neck.
Important Points
- The thyroid gland is regulated by the pituitary gland, which produces thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH).
- Imbalance in thyroid hormone levels can lead to conditions like hypothyroidism (low levels) or hyperthyroidism (high levels).
- Thyroid hormones are vital for normal growth and development, particularly in children.
- The iodine in our diet is essential for the production of thyroid hormones.
Additional Information
- Peptide Hormone: Peptide hormones are made of amino acids and include hormones like insulin and growth hormone.
- Vasopressin Hormone: Also known as antidiuretic hormone (ADH), vasopressin regulates water balance in the body by controlling the amount of water reabsorbed by the kidneys.
- Oxytocin Hormone: Oxytocin is involved in various processes such as childbirth and lactation. It plays a role in social bonding but is not involved in regulating BMR.
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