KCET · Chemistry · Biomolecules
Thyroxine produced in the thyroid gland is an iodinated derivative of
- A threonine
- B lysine
- C tyrosine
- D tryptophan
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Correct Answer
(C) tyrosine
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Detailed explanation
Thyroxine, also known as tetraiodothyronine
or \(\mathrm{T}_4\) is an iodinated derivative of the amino acid tyrosine. It is a hormone produce by the thyroid
gland and plays a crucial role in regulating the metabolism and growth in the body.
or \(\mathrm{T}_4\) is an iodinated derivative of the amino acid tyrosine. It is a hormone produce by the thyroid
gland and plays a crucial role in regulating the metabolism and growth in the body.
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