What does goitrogenic mean?
Goitrogenic means Of, pertaining to, or being a goitrogen.
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Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Of, pertaining to, or being a goitrogen.
The present studies demonstrate that iodine depletion increases the sensitivity of the thyroid to the goitrogenic effects of thyrotropin.
Seventy-eight compounds were screened for goitrogenic action. Of these, 12 were found to be effective, but only thiouracil, propylthiouracil, 2-amino-thiazole and Dithane were found to be markedly active.
Use goitrogenic when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Goitrogenic means Of, pertaining to, or being a goitrogen.
Common synonyms include antithyroid.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
The present studies demonstrate that iodine depletion increases the sensitivity of the thyroid to the goitrogenic effects of thyrotropin.
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