Round 9: Tossup 3

SPINA-GT and Jostel’s index are common function tests for this organ. A Burch–Wartofsky point scale of over 45 indicates that this organ is experiencing its namesake “storm.” (10[1])Excessive cassava (10[1])consumption can exacerbate a condition affecting this organ due to thiocyanate inhibition of NIS transporters. Pregnant women being treated for a condition of this organ are advised to switch from propylthiouracil (“propyl-thio-uracil”) to metamizole after the first trimester. The levo- isomer mimic of a hormone is administered to patients with a condition of this organ, which is prefixed by “hypo.” (10[1])Autoimmune diseases (10[2])affecting (10[1])this organ (-5[1])include (10[1])Hashimoto’s and Graves’ diseases. T3 and T4 hormones produced by this organ require incorporation of iodine. For 10 points, name this endocrine gland enlarged in goiters. ■END■ (10[1])

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