What is the primary function of the thyroid hormones?
A)Precursors for hemoglobin synthesis
B)Counteract a deficiency of goitrogens
C)Control the rate of oxygen use by cells
D)Regulate acetylcholine concentrations in the central nervous system
E)Stimulation of the production of antibodies in response to antigens

Question

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The primary function of thyroid hormones is to control the rate of oxygen use by cells through regulation of metabolism.

Therefore, the correct answer is:

Choice C) Control the rate of oxygen use by cells.

What Is the Primary Function of the Thyroid Hormones