Phrase Hound found 21 phrases and 19 compound words that contain thyroid. The most common are listed below. Open thyroid in the live search for definitions, filters, and the full list.
Phrases 21
- thyroid glandA large butterfly-shaped endocrine gland situated on the front of the neck that produces various hormones.
- thyroid hormoneany of several closely related metabolically active compounds (as triiodothyronine) that are stored in the thyroid gland in the form of thyroglobulin or circulate in the blood usually bound to plasma proteins
- thyroid cartilageThe largest cartilage in the larynx; the Adam’s apple
- thyroid-stimulating hormoneA glycoprotein hormone synthesized and secreted by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates activity of the thyroid gland.
- thyroid arteryEither of two or three arteries supplying the thyroid gland and nearby structures at the front of the neck.
- low thyroidSynonym of hypothyroidism: The disease state caused by insufficient production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland.
- thyroid stormA thyrotoxic crisis secondary to hyperthyroidism, characterised by hyperthermia, tachycardia, hypertension, gastrointestinal and neurological symptoms, and potential cardiovascular compromise.
- thyroid hormonesplural of thyroid hormone: any of several closely related metabolically active compounds (as triiodothyronine) that are stored in the thyroid gland in the form of thyroglobulin or circulate in the blood usually bound to plasma proteins
- thyroid arteriesplural of thyroid artery: Either of two or three arteries supplying the thyroid gland and nearby structures at the front of the neck.
- thyroid glandsplural of thyroid gland: A large butterfly-shaped endocrine gland situated on the front of the neck that produces various hormones.
- thyroid eye diseaseSynonym of Graves' ophthalmopathy: An autoimmune inflammatory disorder of the orbit and periorbital tissues.
- underactive thyroidSynonym of hypothyroidism: The disease state caused by insufficient production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland.
- thyroid cartilagesplural of thyroid cartilage: The largest cartilage in the larynx; the Adam’s apple
- Wilson's thyroid syndromeSynonym of Wilson's temperature syndrome: Various common and non-specific symptoms attributed to abnormally low body temperature and impaired conversion of thyroxine to triiodothyronine.
- superior thyroid arteryOne of two arteries supplying the thyroid gland and nearby structures at the front of the neck that branches from the external carotid artery or sometimes from the common carotid artery at the level of the thyrohyal of the hyoid bone and …
- inferior thyroid arteryOne of two arteries supplying the thyroid gland and nearby structures at the front of the neck that branches from the thyrocervical trunk and that divides to form branches supplying the inferior portion of the thyroid gland and …
- anti-thyroidAlternative spelling of antithyroid: Reducing the production or effects of thyroid hormones.
- thyroid panelA battery of tests used to evaluate the functioning of the thyroid.
- thyroid panelsplural of thyroid panel: A battery of tests used to evaluate the functioning of the thyroid.
- thyroid stormsplural of thyroid storm: A thyrotoxic crisis secondary to hyperthyroidism, characterised by hyperthermia, tachycardia, hypertension, gastrointestinal and neurological symptoms, and potential cardiovascular compromise.
- inferior thyroid arteriesplural of inferior thyroid artery: One of two arteries supplying the thyroid gland and nearby structures at the front of the neck that branches from the thyrocervical trunk and that divides to form branches supplying the inferior portion …
Compound words 19
- hypothyroidismThe disease state caused by insufficient production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland.
- antithyroidReducing the production or effects of thyroid hormones.
- euthyroidHaving normal thyroid function.
- hyperthyroidicRelating to hyperthyroidism.
- sternothyroidRelating to the sternum and the thyroid cartilage.
- parathyroidSituated near the thyroid gland.
- thyroiditisInflammation of the thyroid gland.
- hypothyroidof or pertaining to hypothyroidism
- hyperthyroidof or pertaining to hyperthyroidism
- thyroidallyIn a thyroidal way.