NEETZoologyChemical Coordination and Integration
What is the role of thyroid hormones in the body?
Options
- ARegulate the blood calcium levels
- BSupport red blood cell formation
- CControl metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats
- DAll of the above
Correct answer
D. All of the above
Step-by-step solution
Thyroid hormones play an important role in the regulation of the basal metabolic rate. These hormones also support the process of red blood cell formation. Thyroid hormones control the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Maintenance of water and electrolyte balance is also influenced by thyroid hormones. Thyroid gland also secretes a protein hormone called thyrocalcitonin (TCT) which regulates the blood calcium levels. Parathyroid hormone (PTH) increases the Ca2+ levels in the blood. PTH acts on bones a