Endocrine System and Thyroid Function Quiz

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#1

Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating metabolism in the body?

Insulin
Thyroxine
Adrenaline
Glucagon
#2

Where is the thyroid gland located in the human body?

Behind the stomach
In the chest cavity
Below the rib cage
In the neck
#3

Which mineral is essential for the synthesis of thyroid hormones?

Iron
Calcium
Iodine
Magnesium
#4

Which of the following hormones is responsible for increasing heart rate and blood pressure during times of stress?

Thyroxine
Cortisol
Adrenaline
Aldosterone
#5

Which hormone is responsible for the regulation of blood calcium levels by acting on bones, kidneys, and intestines?

Thyroxine
Parathyroid hormone
Insulin
Cortisol
#6

Which of the following conditions is associated with a deficiency in parathyroid hormone (PTH)?

Osteoporosis
Hypercalcemia
Rickets
Cushing's syndrome
#7

Which of the following conditions is characterized by an underactive thyroid gland?

Hyperthyroidism
Cushing's syndrome
Addison's disease
Hypothyroidism
#8

What is the primary function of calcitonin hormone secreted by the thyroid gland?

Regulate blood sugar levels
Regulate calcium levels in the blood
Control metabolism
Stimulate growth
#9

Which hormone stimulates the thyroid gland to release thyroxine?

Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
Growth hormone (GH)
#10

What is the term used to describe an excessive production of thyroid hormones?

Hypothyroidism
Hyperthyroidism
Addison's disease
Cushing's syndrome
#11

Which of the following is a common symptom of hyperthyroidism?

Weight gain
Cold intolerance
Excessive sweating
Bradycardia
#12

What is the name of the autoimmune disorder characterized by hyperthyroidism, goiter, and eye problems?

Hashimoto's thyroiditis
Cretinism
Graves' disease
Myxedema
#13

Which of the following conditions is associated with an enlargement of the thyroid gland?

Goiter
Cystitis
Hepatitis
Pancreatitis
#14

What is the medical term for the condition where there is a lack of iodine in the diet leading to thyroid gland enlargement?

Cretinism
Myxedema
Graves' disease
Endemic goiter
#15

Which of the following hormones is NOT produced by the thyroid gland?

Triiodothyronine (T3)
Thyroxine (T4)
Calcitonin
Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
#16

What is the function of the parathyroid hormone (PTH) in relation to calcium levels?

Decrease calcium absorption in the intestines
Increase calcium excretion by the kidneys
Increase calcium absorption in the intestines
Increase calcium excretion by the intestines
#17

What is the main role of the thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) produced by the pituitary gland?

Stimulate the production of cortisol
Stimulate the production of thyroid hormones
Regulate blood glucose levels
Regulate body temperature
#18

What is the primary function of the thyroid gland?

Regulation of blood sugar levels
Regulation of calcium levels
Regulation of metabolism
Regulation of blood pressure

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