Anatomy In the treatment of hypothyroidism, thyroxine is preferred over liothyronine because thyroxine: A Is faster acting B Has higher affinity for thyroid hormone receptors C Has a longer half life D Can be made more easily by recombinant DNA technology 💡 Explanation In the treatment of hypothyroidism, thyroxine is preferred over liothyronine because thyroxine: ✓ Correct Answer: C. Has a longer half life