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Question 1

What is the primary function of the endocrine system?

Answer 1

To regulate bodily functions through hormones.

Question 2

True or False: The pancreas has both endocrine and exocrine functions.

Answer 2

True.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The hormone primarily responsible for regulating blood glucose levels is __________.

Answer 3

insulin.

Question 4

What is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism?

Answer 4

Graves’ disease.

Question 5

Multiple choice: Which hormone is secreted by the adrenal cortex?

Answer 5

Cortisol.

Question 6

What condition is characterized by excessive production of growth hormone?

Answer 6

Acromegaly.

Question 7

True or False: Diabetes insipidus is caused by an excess of insulin.

Answer 7

False.

Question 8

Fill in the blank: The primary hormone produced by the thyroid gland is __________.

Answer 8

thyroxine (T4).

Question 9

What are the two main types of diabetes mellitus?

Answer 9

Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

Question 10

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a symptom of hypothyroidism?

Answer 10

Weight loss.

Question 11

What condition results from adrenal insufficiency?

Answer 11

Addison’s disease.

Question 12

True or False: Cushing’s syndrome is caused by excess cortisol.

Answer 12

True.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: The primary hormone that regulates calcium levels in the blood is __________.

Answer 13

parathyroid hormone (PTH).

Question 14

What is the most common cause of secondary adrenal insufficiency?

Answer 14

Prolonged use of glucocorticoids.

Question 15

Multiple choice: Which condition is characterized by low blood sugar levels?

Answer 15

Hypoglycemia.

Question 16

What is the role of glucagon?

Answer 16

To raise blood glucose levels.

Question 17

True or False: Hyperparathyroidism leads to decreased calcium levels in the blood.

Answer 17

False.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: The primary function of aldosterone is to regulate __________.

Answer 18

sodium and potassium levels.

Question 19

What is the main cause of Type 1 diabetes?

Answer 19

Autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells.

Question 20

Multiple choice: Which hormone is primarily involved in the stress response?

Answer 20

Cortisol.

Question 21

What is the most common endocrine disorder?

Answer 21

Diabetes mellitus.

Question 22

True or False: The pituitary gland is often referred to as the ‘master gland.’

Answer 22

True.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: The condition characterized by excessive thirst and urination is known as __________.

Answer 23

diabetes insipidus.

Question 24

What is the primary cause of hyperaldosteronism?

Answer 24

Aldosterone-producing adenoma.

Question 25

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a common complication of diabetes?

Answer 25

Neuropathy.

Question 26

What is the main treatment for hyperthyroidism?

Answer 26

Antithyroid medications or radioactive iodine.

Question 27

True or False: Thyroid nodules are always cancerous.

Answer 27

False.

Question 28

Fill in the blank: The hormone responsible for stimulating milk production in lactating women is __________.

Answer 28

prolactin.

Question 29

What is the medical term for low thyroid hormone levels?

Answer 29

Hypothyroidism.

Question 30

Multiple choice: Which of the following conditions is associated with an increase in body weight?

Answer 30

Cushing's syndrome.

Question 31

What is the primary treatment for Addison's disease?

Answer 31

Hormone replacement therapy.