Endocrine Diseases Quiz

What is the function of the endocrine system?

• Controlling voluntary movements

• Regulating bodily functions through hormone production and release

• Digesting food and absorbing nutrients

• Regulating body temperature through sweating

Which gland is known as the 'master gland'?

• Adrenal gland

• Pancreas

• Thyroid gland

• Pituitary gland

What is diabetes and what are its two main types?

• Hypertension and Hypotension

• Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes

• Obesity and Malnutrition

• Insulin and Glucagon

What is the role of the thyroid gland in the endocrine system?

• Controls the production of red blood cells

• Regulates body temperature and sweat production

• Produces insulin for blood sugar regulation

• Regulates metabolism and energy levels

What is the hormone responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?

• Insulin

• Thyroxine

• Glucagon

• Estrogen

What is the condition caused by an overactive thyroid gland?

• Obesity

• Diabetes

• Hypothyroidism

• hyperthyroidism

What are the symptoms of Cushing's syndrome?

• Increased energy, decreased appetite, and muscle weakness

• Weight loss, pale skin, and low blood pressure

• Weight gain, fatty deposits, purple stretch marks, and more

• Excessive thirst, frequent urination, and blurred vision

What is the role of the pancreas in the endocrine system?

• Regulates body temperature

• Produces bile to aid in digestion

• Controls muscle movement

• Regulates blood sugar levels by producing hormones

What is the hormone responsible for regulating calcium levels in the blood?

• GH

• PTH

• TSH

• ADH

What are the common symptoms of Addison's disease?

• Fatigue, weight loss, low blood pressure, darkening of the skin, and salt cravings

• Insomnia, high blood sugar, and excessive thirst

• High blood pressure, weight gain, and pale skin

• Muscle weakness, high cholesterol, and excessive sweating