Thyroid hormone is required for hypothalamic neurons regulating cardiovascular functions

Authors :: Mittag, Jens
Lyons, David J.
Sallstrom, Johan
Vujovic, Milica
Dudazy-Gralla, Susi
Warner, Amy
Wallis, Karin
Alkemade, Anneke
Nordstrom, Kristina
Monyer, Hannah
Broberger, Christian
Arner, Anders
Vennstrom, Bjorn
Source :: Journal of Clinical Investigation. January 1, 2013, Vol. 123 Issue 1, p509, 8 p.
Publication Year :: 2013
Abstract: Thyroid hormone is well known for its profound direct effects on cardiovascular function and metabolism. Recent evidence, however, suggests that the hormone also regulates these systems indirectly through the central [...]

Subjects :: Thyroid hormones -- Physiological aspects
Neurons -- Physiological aspects -- Properties
Cardiovascular system -- Care and treatment
Health care industry

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