Deficiency of which of the following hormones causes goitre?

Insulin

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Adrenaline

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Progesterone

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Thyroxine

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Solution

The correct option is D
Thyroxine

Thyroid gland secretes a hormone called thyroxine. Improper secretion of thyroxine leads to goitre. In this condition the neck becomes swollen.

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