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What can be a cause of hypothyroidism?
What can be a cause of hypothyroidism?
- Thyroid resection (correct)
- Excessive iodine intake
- Radiation therapy for cancer treatment
- Adenoma
What is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism globally?
What is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism globally?
- Thyroid nodules
- Iodine deficiency (correct)
- Thyroid cancer
- Autoimmune disorders
What is a treatment option for hyperthyroidism?
What is a treatment option for hyperthyroidism?
- Iodine supplements
- Radioactive ablative therapy (correct)
- Surgery to remove the adrenal gland
- Thyroid hormone replacement therapy
What is a potential consequence of thyroid resection?
What is a potential consequence of thyroid resection?
What can cause hyperthyroidism if not enough is available?
What can cause hyperthyroidism if not enough is available?
What type of molecules are hormones bound to in the blood?
What type of molecules are hormones bound to in the blood?
What is the function of thyroxine-binding globulin (TBG) in the blood?
What is the function of thyroxine-binding globulin (TBG) in the blood?
Which of the following proteins can bind to hormones in the blood?
Which of the following proteins can bind to hormones in the blood?
What is the primary role of plasma proteins in relation to hormones?
What is the primary role of plasma proteins in relation to hormones?
What type of hormone-binding molecules are albumin and transthyretin?
What type of hormone-binding molecules are albumin and transthyretin?
What is the role of suppressor T lymphocytes in Graves' disease?
What is the role of suppressor T lymphocytes in Graves' disease?
What type of antibodies are produced in Graves' disease?
What type of antibodies are produced in Graves' disease?
What is the effect of TSH-R [stim] Ab on thyroid follicular cells?
What is the effect of TSH-R [stim] Ab on thyroid follicular cells?
What is the mechanism by which TSH-R [stim] Ab stimulates hormone synthesis and secretion?
What is the mechanism by which TSH-R [stim] Ab stimulates hormone synthesis and secretion?
What is the consequence of excessive T4 and T3 production in Graves' disease?
What is the consequence of excessive T4 and T3 production in Graves' disease?
What is the term for the condition caused by pituitary adenomas?
What is the term for the condition caused by pituitary adenomas?
What is the characteristic of TSH secretion in pituitary adenomas?
What is the characteristic of TSH secretion in pituitary adenomas?
What is the effect of pituitary adenomas on TSH secretion?
What is the effect of pituitary adenomas on TSH secretion?
In which patients does destructive thyroiditis typically occur?
In which patients does destructive thyroiditis typically occur?
What is the primary cause of secondary hyperthyroidism?
What is the primary cause of secondary hyperthyroidism?
What type of autoimmune thyroiditis is destructive thyroiditis?
What type of autoimmune thyroiditis is destructive thyroiditis?
What is the relationship between TSH secretion and T4 and T3 levels in pituitary adenomas?
What is the relationship between TSH secretion and T4 and T3 levels in pituitary adenomas?
What medication is being questioned in its continued use?
What medication is being questioned in its continued use?
What is the relationship between destructive thyroiditis and underlying thyroid disease?
What is the relationship between destructive thyroiditis and underlying thyroid disease?
What is the context in which the use of amiodarone is being questioned?
What is the context in which the use of amiodarone is being questioned?
Study Notes
Hormone Binding and Causes of Hyperthyroidism
- Thyroid hormones are bound to plasma proteins, including albumin, transthyretin, and thyroxine-binding globulin (TBG).
- Iatrogenic causes of hyperthyroidism include thyroid resection or radioactive ablative therapy for treatment of hyperthyroidism.
- Iodine deficiency is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism worldwide.
- Pituitary adenomas can cause secondary hyperthyroidism, a rare condition, by producing excessive TSH secretion that does not respond to normal T4 and T3 feedback.
Graves' Disease
- In Graves' disease, a defect of suppressor T lymphocytes allows helper T lymphocytes to stimulate B lymphocytes to secrete antibodies against follicular cell membrane antigens.
- The TSH receptor autoantibody (TSH-R [stim] Ab) directs against thyrotropin receptors at the thyroid gland, mimicking TSH.
- When TSH-R [stim] Ab binds to the cell membrane TSH receptors, it stimulates hormone synthesis and secretion, leading to excessive production of T4 and T3.
Destructive Thyroiditis
- Destructive thyroiditis (type II AIT) typically occurs in patients with no underlying thyroid disease.
- Amiodarone, a medication, may contribute to thyroiditis.
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This quiz covers the binding of hormones to plasma proteins, including albumin, transthyretin, and thyroxine-binding globulin (TBG). Review the different binding mechanisms and their importance in the body. Test your knowledge of hormone binding proteins and their functions!
