RADIOACTIVE IODINE TREATMENT FOR THYROTOXICOSIS

The main function of the thyroid is to produce thyroid hormones. The cells in the thyroid absorb iodine from food and use it to create thyroid hormones. They are the principal cells in the body that will absorb iodine. WHAT IS RADIOACTIVE IODINE TREATMENT? Radioactive iodine can be used for the treatment of thyrotoxicosis. ................
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