MCQ
Thyroxine is secreted by
  • Thyroid
  • B
    Adrenal
  • C
    Testis
  • D
    Ovary

Answer

Correct option: A.
Thyroid
a
(a)Thyroxine is iodine containing amine hormone which is derived from tyrosine amino acid and secreted by thyroid gland.

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