Which of the following hormones contains iodine and is required to initiate the metabolism of fat?

Thyroxin

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Adrenaline

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Insulin

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Testosterone

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Solution

The correct option is A
Thyroxin

Thyroxine, an iodine-containing hormone, is secreted by the thyroid gland. It increases the rate of cell metabolism and regulates growth. Thyroxine can also be made synthetically for treatment of hypothyroidism.

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