Follicle cells synthesize a protein called
A) calcitonin.
B) thyroglobulin.
C) transthyretin.
D) albumin.
E) colloid.

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Follicle cells in the thyroid gland synthesize thyroglobulin, which is then converted into thyroid hormones. Calcitonin is produced by C-cells in the thyroid gland, transthyretin (formerly known as prealbumin) is synthesized in the liver, and albumin is produced in the liver as well. Colloid is a gel-like substance found within the thyroid follicles, but it is not synthesized by follicle cells.

Follicle Cells Synthesize a Protein Called