Beginner Thyroid Quiz
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Q1. What is the primary function of the thyroid gland?
- Regulation of metabolism
- Blood sugar regulation
- Immune response control
- Oxygen transport
Q2. Where is the thyroid gland located?
- Inside the thoracic cavity
- Behind the esophagus
- On the posterior chest wall
- In front of the trachea, below the larynx
Q3. Which two main hormones are secreted by the thyroid gland?
- Insulin and glucagon
- ACTH and cortisol
- TSH and TRH
- T3 and T4
Q4. How is the thyroid gland connected across its two lobes?
- Follicle
- Capsule
- Parenchyma
- Isthmus
Q5. What element is essential for thyroid hormone production?
- Iron
- Calcium
- Sodium
- Iodine
Q6. Which hormone stimulates the thyroid to release its hormones?
- TRH
- ACTH
- ADH
- TSH
Q7. What is the effect of thyroid hormones on metabolism?
- Increases
- Decreases
- No effect
- Inhibits completely
Q8. Which small gland in the brain regulates thyroid function indirectly?
- Pineal gland
- Pituitary gland
- Adrenal gland
- Hypothalamus
Q9. Which structure lies immediately posterior to the thyroid gland?
- Trachea and bronchi
- Laryngeal cartilage
- Carotid arteries
- Esophagus and recurrent laryngeal nerves
Q10. What condition results from insufficient thyroid hormone production?
- Hyperthyroidism
- Cushing’s syndrome
- Hypothyroidism
- Addison’s disease