Preferred Term:
hyperthyroidism
Definition:
Hypersecretion of thyroid hormones from the thyroid gland. Elevated levels of thyroid hormones increase basal metabolic rate.
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URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/46610
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