Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
TSH stimulates the thyroid gland to secrete thyroid hormone, which regulates metabolism.
Excess production leads to hyperthyroidism manifested by rapid heartbeat, hypertension, irritability, weight loss and intolerance to heat. These tumors are rare.
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For more information, please contact:
Rebecca O. Heitkam, RN, BSN, CCRN, coordinator
Gamma Knife Center
Saint Joseph's Hospital
404-851-5513
or toll free at 1-866-SJGAMMA
or email
rheitkam@sjha.org
