Question

A newly developed drug works by blocking thyroid hormone receptors throughout the body. Which of the following would be expected to occur in a patient who is taking this drug?

-changes in metabolism
-decreased resorption of bone
-increased uptake of glucose by body cells
-inability to release cortisol
-production of more dilute urine

Answer 1

Changes in metabolism

Step-by-step explanation:

Thyroid hormone is produced by the thyroid glands located in the base of the neck.

This hormone plays a major role in the metabolism by regulating metabolic rate , growth and development of the human body.

Its functioning depends on good supply of iodine.

When a drug that blocks thyroid hormone receptor is taken, changes in the patients metabolism is expected to occur.