Researchers Discover RNA Repair System In Bacteria Oct 23, 2009
This is only the second RNA repair system discovered to date (with two proteins from T4 phage, a virus that attacks bacteria, as the first). See also. (Science Daily)
Using T3 for Symptoms of Hypothyroi... Oct 10, 2009
Hypothyroid Patients May Feel Better with a Combination of T4 and T3 ... The T4 and T3 Connection ... In humans, thyroxine (T4) is produced mainly by the thyroid. (Suite101.com)
All in at PGA Tour finale, but five have trump cards Sep 24, 2009
The Masters champion (24th) has a few good performances since he beat in the playoff at Augusta National T4 in the Invitational and T4 in the Deutsche Bank Championship. But for Cabrera to claim the Cup, Woods can finish no better than 17th1; Stricker no better than a three-way tie for fifth; Furyk no better than fourth; Johnson no better than a tie for third; Slocum no better than a three-way tie for second; and Harrington no better than a tie for second. (USA Today -- Sports)
Compounded Thyroid Medication Sep 17, 2009
Another option is to compound a synthetic medication that contains both thyroid hormones, T4 and T3 ... The patient's previous to approximate equivalent doses of the levothyroxine (T4) and liothyronine (T3) ... The advantage is that instead of separate pills, T4 and T3 can then be combined into one capsule for thyroid treatment. (Suite101.com)
Understanding T4 and T3 Levels Sep 8, 2009
In some cases, other thyroid labs like T4 and T3 are just as important ... Thyroid hormones, T4 and T3 are directly produced by the thyroid gland ... T4 is also known as thyroxine or tetraiodothyronine. (Suite101.com)
Hypothyroidism Sep 5, 2009
These hormones include thyroxine T4 and triiodothyronine T3. In clinical testing the blood levels show there is high levels of TSH Thyrotropin stimulating hormone and low levels of T3 and T4 ... A very large proportion of thyroid hormone is secreted as T4 and converted into the biologically active T3 in certain tissue. (Suite101.com)
Boron-based compounds trick a biomedical protein Sep 3, 2009
The "proof of concept" was completed in the Institute of Molecular Biology lab of the UO physicist Brian W. Matthews, where Liu's synthesized compound was treated with T4 lysozymes, crystallized and examined with high-resolution X-ray crystallography ... "Our compounds bind efficiently to the T4 lysozyme and behave as hydrophobic arene molecules similar to natural systems. Our compound actually has polar features, so it was questionable that it would bind to the enzyme's hydrophobic pocket, but... (EurekAlert!)
Rumor has mainstream roots Aug 14, 2009
In an editorial, the newspaper reminded its readers of Nazi Germany's T4 Aktion program in which "children and adults with disabilities, and anyone anywhere in the Third Reich was subject to execution who was blind, deaf, senile, retarded, or had any significant neurological condition.". Noting the "administrative predilections" of the new team at the White House, it urged "anyone who sees the current climate as a budding T4 program to win the hearts and minds of deniers.". (News & Observer)
Wages Of Hysteria Aug 8, 2009
Witness Palin today, claiming that Obama will literally murder Trig, a la the T4 Euthanasia Program. That s not racism, that s just opportunism. (The American Conservative)
I object to flawed tests, long wait Jul 29, 2009
On the other hand, T4, whether synthetic or natural, has a substantially longer period of activity. Research performed in 2004 revealed that if you test later in the day and are not fasting, your TSH level will likely be lower than if you tested earlier in a fasting state. (Erie Times-News, PA)
SCORES: Senior British Open Jul 25, 2009
Champions Tour - Senior British Open Championship Leaderboard - USATODAY.com. Most recent leaderboards. (USA Today -- Sports)
Scrub tech may have exposed thousands to hepatitis Jul 3, 2009
Their research titled, Recombinant Human Granulocyte-Macrophage Colony-Stimulating Factor (GM-CSF, Sargramostim) Administered for Three Years as Adjuvant Therapy of Stage II (T4), III, and IV Melanoma found that using GM-CSF in these patients may prolong survival. GM-CSF stimulates the patients immune response to the tumor and allows the patients body to recognize tumor cells and throw them off as they would a common cold or infection. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Voice Box Can Be Preserved, Even With The Largest Cancers, Study Suggests Jun 30, 2009
Researchers reviewed data from two U-M studies of advanced laryngeal cancer patients, looking specifically at patients who had the largest tumors, called T4. In addition to being large, T4 tumors have often invaded the nearby cartilage, making them particularly difficult to treat ... Thirty-six people with T4 disease were enrolled in the two studies. (Science Daily)
Most men deficient in key nutrients Jun 20, 2009
Iodine Your thyroid gland requires iodine to produce the hormones T3 and T4, both of which help control how efficiently you burn calories. That means insufficient iodine may cause you to gain weight and feel fatigued. (MSNBC -- Health)
Genomic Health's Oncotype DX(R) Colon Cancer Test Predicts Individualized Recurrence Risk for Stage II Colon Cancer Patients May 15, 2009
T4 stage indicates growth of the tumor through the wall of the bowel and is associated with higher risk of recurrence. MMR/MSI is an alteration observed in approximately 15 percent of colon cancers. (PR Newswire)
Local Sports Results May 14, 2009
1, Paul Jaycox, Oneonta CC, 33-33_66 ($250); 2, Anders Mattson, Saratoga NGC, 34-34_68 ($190); 3, Matt Felber, Albany CC, 33-36_69 ($150); 4, Steve Mazzariello, Stockbridge GC, 35-35_70 ($110); T4, Tom Sullivan, Wyantenuck CC, 35-35_70 ($110); 6, Tye Grissom, Wolferts Roost CC, 36-35_71 ($90); T6, Scott Berliner, Shaker Ridge CC, 36-35_71 ($90); T6, Ian Breen, Colonie G&CC, 36-35_71 ($90); 9, Bob Mucha, Greenock CC, 39-33_72 ($67. 50); T9, Steven Vatter, CH at Albany, 36-36_72 ($67. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Hypothyroidism Linked to Liver Cancer in Women May 13, 2009
The thyroid gland normally releases the hormones, T4 and T3, that control metabolism and underproduction may affect all body functions. Risk factors for hypothyroidism include: being older than 50 years of age, exposure of the neck to X-ray or radiation treatments, female gender, obesity and thyroid surgery. (MEDLINEplus)
'Salvation' or ruination May 9, 2009
TJ wrote on May 4, 2009 3:52 PM:" I cannot wait for this movie! But then again I'm a huge Terminator fan. I have to say I did not like part 3 though. I liked the TV series too. It just left off where T4 will begin. I am going to anticipate that the effects will be awesome. (Keeping my fingers crossed.) ". eyehearya wrote on May 4, 2009 3:15 PM:" Looking forward to T4 but will probably wait for the DVD, the new Star Trek though? TOTALLY GEEKED! I forget: what's the magic formula postulated by... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Robotic Surgery Practical for Some Head, Neck Tumors Apr 28, 2009
"This clinical series demonstrates that robotic surgery can be utilized successfully in patients with T1 to T4 lesions located in the oral cavity, oropharynx [back of the mouth], hypopharynx [bottom of the throat] and larynx with good preservation of swallow function," the study authors concluded. But this study doesn't "confirm oncologic or functional superiority to any standard method of treatment. Further studies are needed to define the indications, advantages, limitations and outcomes of... (MEDLINEplus)
• To do for you Mar 30, 2009
Blood tests are available for coronary risk, 15; thyroid test (TSH), 10; HgA1C, 25; thyroid function (free T4), 20; blood count, 10; metabolic panel, 10; prostatic specific antigen (PSA), 15; iron, 5; and combination of coronary risk profile, chemistry profile, CBC and TSH, 45. Must fast 10 to 12 hours before the blood draw, except for water. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Your Health: Advair contains steroid that may cause bruising, wounds to users (2) Mar 22, 2009
Although the research is controversial, some people report feeling better when they get a mixture of T3 and T4 forms of thyroid hormone. Synthroid contains only T4 (levothyroxine). (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Thyroid Function, Miscarriage, and ... Mar 22, 2009
The FT4 level was not associated with child loss. Of the women with child loss, the FT4 level averaged 9 ... Thus, because the needs for FT4 vary in women, there is no clear cut correlation between FT4 and TSH levels. (Suite101.com)
Lehi Valley Trading Company Recalls Peanut Products Due to Possible Health Risk Mar 21, 2009
Brittle Mixed Nut 10oz(T4) ... Brittle Peanut 10 oz (T4) ... Mixed Nuts Spicy 12oz(T4). (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Iodine: Role in Thyroid Function Mar 15, 2009
The two thyroid hormones are thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) ... The number of iodine molecules each thyroid hormone contains is the reason for the abbreviations T4 and T3 ... Iodine makes up 64 percent of the molecular weight of T4 and 59 percent of T3. (Suite101.com)
Iodine Deficiency Disorders Mar 15, 2009
Iodine is an essential trace mineral required for the production of the thyroid hormones, thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). The most common condition related to iodine deficiency and therefore a low thyroid hormone level is goiter or hypothyroidism. (Suite101.com)
Hildreth: Looking at our weight challenge Mar 14, 2009
People respond to a drop in food intake by immediately lowering production of an enzyme that converts a relatively inactive thyroxine or T4 that the thyroid puts out to T3 which is the thyroid that is active at the cell level and increases metabolic activity and energy output. In another response to the lowered energy output and the lethargy that is experienced, the blood sugar drops causing more insulin output. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Blood Testing for Your Dog or Cat Mar 7, 2009
In dogs, hypothyroidism is a common disease and is evidenced by low thyroid T4 levels. In cats, hyperthyroidism is more common and elevated thyroid T4 levels are seen ... If abnormal thyroid T4 levels are detected, many veterinarians recommend further testing with more specialized thyroid tests, such as the free T4 by electrodialysis and/or the TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) test. (Suite101.com)
GAME NOTES: Charlotte at Richmond, Saturday Feb 22, 2009
Charlotte 49ers - Men's Basketball. Sophomore An'Juan Wilderness scored 15 points with six rebounds in the win over Xavier. (Charlotte49Ers.com)
GAME NOTES: Charlotte Hosts #16/#17 Xavier, Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Feb 20, 2009
Charlotte 49ers - Men's Basketball. Junior floor general DiJuan Harris ranks fifth in the nation in assists and is averging 8. (Charlotte49Ers.com)
Bad news for UGA fans: Florida is just getting started Feb 8, 2009
Southern California 12-1 1,393 T4 ... Alabama 12-2 1,157 T4. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Simple Criteria Predict Cure of Overactive Thyroid Feb 7, 2009
Female gender, lower levels of free thyroid hormone T4, the absence of a goiter and treatment with a 600 megabecquerel (MBq) dose of 131-Iodine, are all independent predictors of cure with radioiodine for hyperthyroidism, new research shows. Some of these factors, including a 600 MBq dose and female gender, also predict the development of underactive thyroid, or "hypothyroidism" 1 year later. (MEDLINEplus)
