Specific Hormones | Functions of Thyroid Hormones

The video by Kevin Tokoph discusses the functions of thyroid hormones, their production, and their effects on various tissues. It explains the role of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland in hormone production, the conversion of T4 to T3, and the hormones' impact on adipose tissue, liver, and extrahepatic tissues. The video also covers the increase in metabolic rate and the feedback mechanism that regulates hormone levels.

What is the role of TRH in the production of thyroid hormones?

What are the two main hormones produced by the thyroid gland?

What is the significance of T3 and T4 in the body?

How do thyroid hormones affect adipose tissue?

Explain the process of gluconeogenesis stimulated by thyroid hormones.

How do thyroid hormones affect glucose uptake in tissues?

Describe how thyroid hormones influence protein synthesis.

Discuss the impact of thyroid hormones on bone mineral density.

What is the relationship between thyroid hormones and metabolic rate?

What feedback mechanism do thyroid hormones exert on TRH?