The protein in the thyroid gland which is the precursor for the synthesis of the thyroid hormones. The thyroid-stimulating hormone of the pituitary gland stimulates hydrolysis of thyroglobulin and secretion of the hormones into the bloodstream.
A protein secreted by the thyroid gland. Its measurement is an important part of the follow-up of patients who have been treated for thyroid cancer. It is known as a “tumor marker” because its presence in certain situations may indicate that the cancer has recurred in other parts of the body.
An iodine-containing protein in the thyroid.
Protein stored in the thyroid gland which is broken down into thyroxine.
A protein in the thyroid gland from which the ‘thyroid hormones (thyroxine and triiodotyrosine) are synthesized.
An iodine-containing glycoprotein secreted by the thyroid gland and stored within its colloid, from which thyroxine and triiodothyronine are derived.