SLC2A1 and hyperthyroidism: Moreover, we assessed the effects of hyperthyroidism and Vit E on the expression levels of genes encoding for glucose transporters (Slc2a1; Slc2a4), factors involved in lipid homeostasis and insulin signalling (Pparg; Ppara, Cd36), as well as for one of the IR-related inflammatory factors, i.e., interleukin 1b (Il1b).