Which endocrine gland requires iodine to synthesize a particular hormone whose deficiency may eause goitre disease ?

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Q: 51 (NDA-I/2015)
Which endocrine gland requires iodine to synthesize a particular hormone whose deficiency may eause goitre disease ?

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Science

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NDA-I

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The correct answer is option 4 - Thyroid gland.

The thyroid gland is an endocrine gland located in the neck region. It is responsible for producing and releasing hormones such as thyroxine that play a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions, including metabolism, growth, and development.

Iodine is an essential nutrient that is needed by the thyroid gland in order to synthesize these hormones. When the body does not get enough iodine through the diet, the thyroid gland is unable to produce enough hormones. This can lead to a condition called goiter, which is characterized by the enlargement of the thyroid gland.

Goiter occurs as the thyroid gland tries to compensate for the lack of iodine by increasing in size. However, even with the enlarged gland, the production of hormones remains limited, resulting in hormonal imbalances and various symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and swelling in the neck.

Therefore, it is important to have an adequate intake of iodine through the diet to ensure proper functioning of the thyroid gland and prevent the development of goiter.