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Explain the functions of thyroxin hormone

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Functions of Thyroxine hormone: 

  • It increases oxidative metabolism so the rate of energy production increases our speed of life increases. 
  • It increases protein synthesis, gluconeogenesis, the temperature of body and functions of nerves.
  • It increases the glucose absorption, by intestine oxygen consumption and basic metabolic rate (BIR). 
  • It increases the heartbeat. 
  • It plays a significant role in the metamorphosis of tadpole larva into a frog.
  • It plays a role in osmotic regulation in cold-blooded vertebrates. 
  • It also increases the activity of neurosecretion adrenalin and non-adrenalin.

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