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Characteristics of Thyroid Sample Donors
| Goiter (N = 18) | Graves’ Disease (N = 9) | |
|---|---|---|
| Patient information | ||
| Age range (years), median | 26–77, 54 | 30–77, 46 |
| Previous/Current smokers | 8/4 | 5/1 |
| TAO symptoms | N/A | 5 |
| Prior therapy for hyperthyroidism or TAO | ||
| Antithyroid drugs | 1 | 9 |
| Radioactive iodine | 1 | 2 |
| Glucocorticoids | 0 | 2 |
