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Thyroglobulin

Description:

Thyroglobulin is a glycoprotein produced by the thyroid gland. It serves as a storage form of the thyroid hormones, thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). Thyroglobulin is important in the diagnosis and management of various thyroid disorders.

Sense 1:

Noun - Biochemistry

A large dimeric protein produced by the thyroid follicular cells, involved in the synthesis and storage of thyroid hormones.

Example Sentence:

"The measurement of thyroglobulin levels can aid in evaluating the effectiveness of thyroid cancer treatment."

Sense 2:

Noun - Medicine

A blood marker used in diagnosing and monitoring thyroid diseases, especially thyroid cancer.

Example Sentence:

"Elevated thyroglobulin levels in the blood may indicate the presence of thyroid cancer."

Sense 3:

Noun - Anatomy

The largest protein component in the thyroid gland, responsible for storing thyroid hormones within its structure.

Example Sentence:

"Thyroglobulin synthesis occurs within the follicular cells of the thyroid."

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