Iodine Replete among Populations in Nigeria: Is the Population Tending Towards the Development of Iodine Induced Hyperthyroidism (IIH)?

Iodine Replete among Populations in Nigeria: Is the Population Tending Towards the Development of Iodine Induced Hyperthyroidism (IIH)?

Iodine is a micronutrient which is required for normal thyroid function. The recommended daily intake for iodine is 150 µg, however in pregnant women; higher levels up to 250 µg could be required. Deficiency of iodine in any given population results in iodine deficiency disorder (IDD). Researchers i...

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Main Authors: Onyeaghala A. Augustine, Onyeaghala C. Gertrude, Oluboyo O. Adeola
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Light House Polyclinic Mangalore 2017-01-01
Series:Online Journal of Health & Allied Sciences
Subjects:
Iodine Induced Hyperthyroidism
iodine
goiter
Online Access:http://www.ojhas.org/issue60/2016-4-3.html

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