Thyroxine
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /θaɪˈrɒk.siːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Thyroxine is a noun meaning (biochemistry) A thyroid hormone, with the chemical formula C₁₅H₁₁I₄NO₄, that regulates cell metabolism and growth.
Meaning
(biochemistry) A thyroid hormone, with the chemical formula C₁₅H₁₁I₄NO₄, that regulates cell metabolism and growth.
Word Forms
- thyroxines
Synonyms for thyroxine
Depending on context, synonyms include tetraiodothyronine, thyroxin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include thyroxin, thyroglobin, thyrotropin, thyroperoxidase, thyroglobulin, thyrotrophin.
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