TG
Endocrine System · Thyroid Hormone Synthesis & Action
Why does the thyroid need the TG gene?
TG makes thyroglobulin, a protein that provides material for thyroid-hormone production. The thyroid modifies this protein using iodine and then releases hormones involved in growth and metabolism.
- Common Gene Name
- thyroglobulin
- NCBI Gene ID
- 7038
- Chromosome
- 8
Clinical Evidence Status
Clinical utility not established here
These labels describe available evidence about a gene. They do not classify your variant or recommend a treatment.
Answer Sources
Explore supporting evidence (3 records)
| Condition or drug | Evidence | Grade / status | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Congenital hypothyroidism | MedlinePlus related condition | Association type varies; no grade assigned here | View source 2015-09 | |
| Hashimoto thyroiditis | MedlinePlus related condition | Association type varies; no grade assigned here | View source 2015-09 | |
| Graves disease | MedlinePlus related condition | Association type varies; no grade assigned here | View source 2015-09 |
Source snapshot: 2026-09-09. Consumer text updated: 2026-09-10. Source dates describe the cited records, not a new clinical review.
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