The term _____________ refers to an excess of T₄ and T₃ in the bloodstream.

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Thyrotoxicosis refers to an excess of T₄ and T₃ in the bloodstream.This excess may be the result of production by ectopic thyroid tissue,multinodular goiter,or thyroid adenoma,or may it be associated with subacute thyroiditis (painful and painless),ingestion of thyroid hormone (thyrotoxicosis factitia)or foodstuffs containing thyroid hormone,or pituitary disease involving the anterior portion of the gland.

The Term _____________ Refers to an Excess of T₄ and T₃