This is the least active form of this hormone There is another more active form of this hormone This molecule is derived from tyrosine This hormone stimulates fat metabolism Biosynthesis of this molecule requires iodine This molecule is a tryptophan metabolite This hormone targets two specific receptors This hormone stimulates fat storage This molecule is derived from cholesterol This hormone is synthesised in the adrenals

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