Multiple Choice
A deficiency of dietary iodine
A) lowers plasma calcium levels.
B) causes low blood volume and shock.
C) decreases the synthesis of calcitonin.
D) causes a goiter.
Correct Answer:
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Q17: The secretion of cortisol by the adrenal
Q18: Hypocalcemic tetany<br>A)is a consequence of a deficiency
Q19: Cushing syndrome<br>A)may be caused by steroid (prednisone)
Q20: The adrenal cortex<br>A)is the target gland of
Q21: T₃ and T₄<br>A)stimulate the adenohypophysis to secrete
Q23: As plasma levels of calcium decrease<br>A)insulin is
Q24: Obesity<br>A)antagonizes insulin.<br>B)elevates blood glucose levels.<br>C)increases blood pressure.<br>D)All
Q25: A deficiency of insulin causes<br>A)hypocalcemia.<br>B)hyperglycemia.<br>C)Cushing's syndrome.<br>D)adrenal shock.
Q26: This hormone stimulates osteoclastic activity,causing bone resorption.<br>A)Calcitonin<br>B)Androgen<br>C)PTH<br>D)Thyroxine
Q27: Insulin<br>A)is secreted by the beta cells of