Thyroid hormone synthesis, metabolism and action - Thyroid hormone synthesis - Iodine metabolism and transport
15 important questions on Thyroid hormone synthesis, metabolism and action - Thyroid hormone synthesis - Iodine metabolism and transport
To which glycoprotein is ingested Iodine bound?
By which system is the Iodine uptake regulated?
At which is other glands is the NIS system also located?
- salivary glands
- lactating glands
- placenta
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Why is the presence of the NIS system in the placenta important?
How is the NIS regulated by Iodide?
Low NIS system
Low iodide
High NIS system
Where is the NIS system located?
Where is the pendrin system located?
What is the function of the pendrine system?
In which areas is a iodine deficiency more common?
Which disease comes with mild iodine deficiency?
Which disease comes with severe iodine deficiency?
- Hypothyroidism
- cretinism
What are the characteristics of cretinism?
How is cretinism treated?
What is the recommended average daily intake of Iodine?
90-120 microg/day for children
250microg/day for pregnant women
Under which urine iodine concentration can iodine-insufficiency be detected?
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