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Anatomy & Physiology

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Set 12 The Endocrine System

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Question 1

(Multiple Choice)

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An inadequate intake of iodine in the diet can

A) lead to hyperthyroidism
B) cause Graves disease
C) cause exophthalmos
D) cause a goiter

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Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

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Which of the following is true of a steroid hormone?

A) Its receptor is in the nucleus of the target organ cell.
B) It requires a second messenger.
C) It converts ATP into cyclic AMP.
D) All of the above are true of steroid hormones.

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Question 3

(Multiple Choice)

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Calcitonin

A) is released by the parathyroid gland
B) prevents hypercalcemia
C) increases the calcium level in the blood
D) can cause Graves disease if it is hypersecreted

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