THYROGLOBULIN

thyroglobulin

(noun) an iodine containing protein that is obtained from the thyroid gland and exhibits the general properties of the globulins

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

thyroglobulin (plural thyroglobulins)

(protein) A globulin, produced by the thyroid gland, that has a role in the production of the thyroid hormones

Source: Wiktionary



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TRAINED

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According to Guinness World Records, the largest coffee press is 230 cm (7 ft 6 in) in height and 72 cm (2 ft 4 in) in diameter and was created by Salzillo Tea and Coffee (Spain) in Murcia, Spain, in February 2007. The cafetière consists of a stainless steel container, a filtering piston, and a superior lid.

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