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any substance (like thiouracil or thiourea) that induces the formation of a goiter.
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A material capable of causing goiter.
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Any substance that causes goiter.
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A substance that may cauase the thyroid to enlarge, forming a goiter.
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any substance (such as thiouracil) that induces the formation of a goiter
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a substance that induces goiter formation by interfering with thyroid hormone production or utilization.
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Goitrogens are substances that suppress the function of the thyroid gland, and which can also cause an enlargement of the thyroid.
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