Back
0

Endocrine Disease

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge on various endocrine diseases, their symptoms, causes, and treatments.
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: endocrinology medicine health
Start the Quiz
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0
‹
›

Which endocrine gland is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?

  1. Thyroid gland

  2. Adrenal gland

  3. Pancreas

  4. Pituitary gland

Show answer
Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The pancreas is responsible for producing insulin and glucagon, which regulate blood sugar levels.

What is the most common type of diabetes?

  1. Type 1 diabetes

  2. Type 2 diabetes

  3. Gestational diabetes

  4. Secondary diabetes

Show answer
Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes, accounting for about 90% of all cases.

What is the primary cause of Type 1 diabetes?

  1. Autoimmune destruction of beta cells in the pancreas

  2. Insulin resistance

  3. Genetic predisposition

  4. Environmental factors

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Type 1 diabetes is caused by the autoimmune destruction of beta cells in the pancreas, leading to an absolute deficiency of insulin.

Which hormone is produced by the thyroid gland?

  1. Thyroxine (T4)

  2. Triiodothyronine (T3)

  3. Calcitonin

  4. All of the above

Show answer
Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The thyroid gland produces thyroxine (T4), triiodothyronine (T3), and calcitonin.

What is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism?

  1. Graves' disease

  2. Toxic multinodular goiter

  3. Toxic adenoma

  4. Subacute thyroiditis

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Graves' disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism, an autoimmune disorder characterized by the production of thyroid-stimulating antibodies.

Which hormone is produced by the adrenal glands?

  1. Cortisol

  2. Aldosterone

  3. Epinephrine (adrenaline)

  4. All of the above

Show answer
Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The adrenal glands produce cortisol, aldosterone, and epinephrine (adrenaline).

What is Cushing's syndrome?

  1. A condition caused by excessive production of cortisol

  2. A condition caused by insufficient production of cortisol

  3. A condition caused by excessive production of aldosterone

  4. A condition caused by insufficient production of aldosterone

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cushing's syndrome is a condition caused by excessive production of cortisol, leading to a variety of symptoms including weight gain, high blood pressure, and diabetes.

What is Addison's disease?

  1. A condition caused by excessive production of cortisol

  2. A condition caused by insufficient production of cortisol

  3. A condition caused by excessive production of aldosterone

  4. A condition caused by insufficient production of aldosterone

Show answer
Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Addison's disease is a condition caused by insufficient production of cortisol, leading to a variety of symptoms including weight loss, fatigue, and low blood pressure.

Which hormone is produced by the pituitary gland?

  1. Growth hormone

  2. Prolactin

  3. Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)

  4. All of the above

Show answer
Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The pituitary gland produces growth hormone, prolactin, adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), and other hormones.

What is acromegaly?

  1. A condition caused by excessive production of growth hormone

  2. A condition caused by insufficient production of growth hormone

  3. A condition caused by excessive production of prolactin

  4. A condition caused by insufficient production of prolactin

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Acromegaly is a condition caused by excessive production of growth hormone, leading to abnormal growth of bones and soft tissues.

What is gigantism?

  1. A condition caused by excessive production of growth hormone in childhood

  2. A condition caused by insufficient production of growth hormone in childhood

  3. A condition caused by excessive production of prolactin in childhood

  4. A condition caused by insufficient production of prolactin in childhood

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gigantism is a condition caused by excessive production of growth hormone in childhood, leading to excessive growth and height.

What is prolactinoma?

  1. A tumor of the pituitary gland that produces excessive prolactin

  2. A tumor of the pituitary gland that produces insufficient prolactin

  3. A tumor of the adrenal gland that produces excessive prolactin

  4. A tumor of the adrenal gland that produces insufficient prolactin

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prolactinoma is a tumor of the pituitary gland that produces excessive prolactin, leading to a variety of symptoms including galactorrhea (milk production in non-pregnant women) and menstrual irregularities.

Which hormone is produced by the parathyroid glands?

  1. Parathyroid hormone (PTH)

  2. Calcitonin

  3. Vitamin D

  4. Calcium

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The parathyroid glands produce parathyroid hormone (PTH), which regulates calcium and phosphate levels in the blood.

What is hyperparathyroidism?

  1. A condition caused by excessive production of PTH

  2. A condition caused by insufficient production of PTH

  3. A condition caused by excessive production of calcitonin

  4. A condition caused by insufficient production of calcitonin

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hyperparathyroidism is a condition caused by excessive production of PTH, leading to high levels of calcium in the blood and a variety of symptoms including kidney stones, bone pain, and fatigue.

What is hypoparathyroidism?

  1. A condition caused by excessive production of PTH

  2. A condition caused by insufficient production of PTH

  3. A condition caused by excessive production of calcitonin

  4. A condition caused by insufficient production of calcitonin

Show answer
Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hypoparathyroidism is a condition caused by insufficient production of PTH, leading to low levels of calcium in the blood and a variety of symptoms including muscle cramps, seizures, and cataracts.

- Hide questions
ADVERTISEMENT

Find more quizzes from top tags

general knowledge
3615 Quizzes
119858 Questions
 technology
307 Quizzes
36705 Questions
 sports
963 Quizzes
19148 Questions
 history
1187 Quizzes
13475 Questions
 physics
598 Quizzes
13441 Questions
 biology
1160 Quizzes
12174 Questions
 science & technology
551 Quizzes
11015 Questions
 chemistry
490 Quizzes
9892 Questions
 maths
518 Quizzes
9324 Questions
 softskills
0 Quizzes
7131 Questions