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In the context of testosterone levels, what does hypogonadism imply?
In the context of testosterone levels, what does hypogonadism imply?
- Both defective spermatogenesis and testosterone production (correct)
- Defective testosterone production only
- Overproduction of testosterone
- Defective spermatogenesis only
Which genetic condition is characterized by impaired testosterone production and azoospermia?
Which genetic condition is characterized by impaired testosterone production and azoospermia?
- Down syndrome
- Klinefelter’s syndrome (correct)
- Cri du chat syndrome
- Turner syndrome
What is the percentage of testosterone that is bound to sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG)?
What is the percentage of testosterone that is bound to sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG)?
- 2-3%
- 55%
- 45% (correct)
- 50%
What is the most common cause of androgen deficiency in men?
What is the most common cause of androgen deficiency in men?
Which condition leads to delayed puberty or hypogonadism with increased gonadotropins?
Which condition leads to delayed puberty or hypogonadism with increased gonadotropins?
What is the hormone synthesized by the hypothalamus in a pulsatile fashion?
What is the hormone synthesized by the hypothalamus in a pulsatile fashion?
What is the primary function of LH?
What is the primary function of LH?
Impaired pulse generation of GnRH can lead to inadequate production of which hormones?
Impaired pulse generation of GnRH can lead to inadequate production of which hormones?
Which cells does FSH act on in the male gonad regulation axis?
Which cells does FSH act on in the male gonad regulation axis?
What is primarily responsible for controlling Leydig cell steroidogenesis of testosterone?
What is primarily responsible for controlling Leydig cell steroidogenesis of testosterone?
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