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Thyroid hormones are synthesised by the:
AIslets of Langerhans
BLeydig cells in testis
CZona glomerulosa
DFollicular cells
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Follicular cells
Follicular cells enclosing the follicle cavity synthesise thyroxine and triiodothyronine.
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