April 23

Question 1

acr/o

Answer 1

extremities or topmost

Question 2

adren/o

Answer 2

adrenal glands

Question 3

crin/o

Answer 3

to secrete

Question 4

-dipsia

Answer 4

thirst

Question 5

glyc/o

Answer 5

sugar

Question 6

gonad/o

Answer 6

gonads (reproductive glands)

Question 7

pancreat/o

Answer 7

pancreas

Question 8

parathyroid/o

Answer 8

parathyroid glands

Question 9

pineal/o

Answer 9

pineal gland

Question 10

pituitar/o

Answer 10

pituitary gland

Question 11

poly-

Answer 11

many or excessive

Question 12

somat/o

Answer 12

body

Question 13

thym/o

Answer 13

thymus gland

Question 14

A small endocrine gland in the brain that produces melatonin, regulating sleep-wake cycles.

Answer 14

Pineal

Question 15

Endocrine glands located on top of each kidney that produce hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, involved in stress response and metabolism.

Answer 15

Adrenal Glands

Question 16

A butterfly-shaped gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating metabolism.

Answer 16

Thyroid

Question 17

Four small glands located behind the thyroid that regulate calcium levels in the blood.

Answer 17

Parathyroid

Question 18

A pea-sized gland at the base of the brain that produces and regulates hormones influencing various bodily functions.

Answer 18

Pituitary Gland

Question 19

A gland located in the chest that plays a role in immune function and development.

Answer 19

Thymus

Question 20

Clusters of cells in the pancreas that produce hormones such as insulin and glucagon, regulating blood sugar levels.

Answer 20

Pancreatic Islets

Question 21

Hormone produced by the pineal gland, regulating sleep-wake cycles.

Answer 21

Melatonin

Question 22

Cells producing melanin, responsible for skin and hair color.

Answer 22

Melanocyte

Question 23

Hormone produced by the pancreas, regulating blood sugar levels.

Answer 23

Insulin

Question 24

Simple sugar and the primary source of energy for cells.

Answer 24

Glucose

Question 25

Group of hormones and drugs with diverse functions, including regulation of metabolism and inflammation.

Answer 25

Steroids

Question 25

A steroid hormone involved in stress response and inflammation.

Answer 25

Cortisone

Question 26

Hormone produced by the pituitary gland, stimulating the adrenal glands to release cortisol.

Answer 26

Adrenocorticotropic hormone

Question 27

Synthetic variations of testosterone promoting muscle growth and strength.

Answer 27

Anabolic steroids

Question 28

Hormone produced by the pituitary gland, stimulating milk production.

Answer 28

Prolactin

Question 29

Hormone produced by the adrenal glands, regulating sodium and potassium levels in the blood.

Answer 29

Aldosterone

Question 30

Excessive thirst.

Answer 30

Polydipsia

Question 31

Excessive hunger.

Answer 31

Polyphagia

Question 32

Excessive urination.

Answer 32

Polyuria

Question 33

High blood sugar levels.

Answer 33

Hyperglycemia

Question 34

Overactivity of the thyroid gland.

Answer 34

Hyperthyroidism

Question 35

Low blood sugar levels.

Answer 35

Hypoglycemia

Question 36

Underactivity of the thyroid gland.

Answer 36

Hypothyroidism

Question 37

Surgical removal of the parathyroid glands.

Answer 37

Parathyroidectomy

Question 38

Inflammation of the pancreas.

Answer 38

Pancreatitis

Question 39

Blood sugar levels higher than normal but not yet high enough for a diabetes diagnosis.

Answer 39

Prediabetes

Question 40

Stage of development characterized by physical and hormonal changes leading to sexual maturity.

Answer 40

Puberty

Question 41

Tumor of the adrenal gland, causing excessive secretion of adrenaline and noradrenaline.

Answer 41

Pheochromocytoma

Question 42

Life-threatening complication of hyperthyroidism.

Answer 42

Thyroid Storm

Question 43

Chronic condition characterized by insulin resistance and high blood sugar levels.

Answer 43

Type 2 Diabetes

Question 44

Medication used to treat hyperthyroidism by reducing thyroid hormone production.

Answer 44

Anti-thyroid Drug

Question 45

Surgical removal of a lobe of an organ.

Answer 45

Lobectomy

Question 46

Abstaining from food for a period of time.

Answer 46

Fasting

Question 47

Life-threatening complication of diabetes characterized by unconsciousness.

Answer 47

Diabetic coma

Question 48

Diagnostic test measuring the thyroid's ability to take up radioactive iodine.

Answer 48

Radioactive iodine uptake test

Question 49

Enlargement of the thyroid gland.

Answer 49

Goiter

Question 50

Low levels of calcium in the blood.

Answer 50

Hypocalcemia