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thyroid

/thahy-roid/US // ˈθaɪ rɔɪd //UK // (ˈθaɪrɔɪd) //

甲状腺,甲状腺素,甲状腺癌,甲骨文

Definitions

adj.形容词 adjective
  1. 1
    • : of or relating to the thyroid gland.
    • : of or relating to the largest cartilage of the larynx, forming the projection known in humans as the Adam's apple.
n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : thyroid gland.
    • : the thyroid cartilage.
    • : an artery, vein, etc., in the thyroid region.
    • : Medicine/Medical. a preparation made from the thyroid glands of certain animals, used in treating hypothyroid conditions.

Examples

  • PFAS are dangerous because consistent exposure to the chemical is associated with low infant birth rates, thyroid hormone disruption, and even cancer according to the EPA.

  • Long-term exposures to PFAS have been associated with health problems that include certain cancers, infertility risks, thyroid disease and weakened immunity.

  • The health effects of only a few PFAS are well known, but those compounds have been linked to high cholesterol, thyroid diseases and other problems.

  • From the outside, that medical history added more concern to his thyroid procedure.

  • Austin-based Everlywell develops at-home testing kits for a range of health concerns, including thyroid issues, allergies and food sensitivity.

  • If not, they risk facing complications including osteoporosis, thyroid disease and cancer.

  • A doctor told her once that she weighed 159 pounds and she was so unconvinced that she was sure it was a thyroid problem.

  • Caloric restriction has also been shown to have an effect on thyroid hormones, specifically T3.

  • Yes, Alicia Silverstone just offered to cure your thyroid condition and lower your risk of contracting cancer.

  • To this day, I take a half grain of thyroid—and an occasional Raisinet.

  • Shows the thyroid cartilage above and the cricoid below both viewed from the side.

  • Showing the parts indicated above; and of these the crico-thyroid muscle is to be especially observed.

  • It is situated below the thyroid cartilage, with which it is connected by a membrane, the crico-thyroid.

  • To this last statement the thyroid and cricoid cartilages and the epiglottis are exceptions, being single.

  • Diagram showing action of crico-thyroid muscle, stretching of the vocal cords, and lengthening of them.