10 Questions
Which life forms are involved in illustrating the ontogeny and development of the thyroid gland?
Invertebrates to humans
What is described as playing a pivotal role in thyroid economy?
Iodine
What are among the most common diseases of the endocrine glands?
Dysfunction and anatomic abnormalities of the thyroid
What is reviewed in this chapter regarding thyroid hormone action and metabolism?
Key molecular elements and mechanisms involved in thyroid hormone action and metabolism in peripheral tissues
What is the approximate recurrence rate of calcium oxalate stones at 10 years?
50%
Which substance is NOT mentioned as a component of nephrolithiasis in the text?
Sodium chloride
Where do symptomatic stones tend to localize primarily?
Renal tubules and collecting system
What factor does the text suggest may be responsible for the increased prevalence of nephrolithiasis in the United States?
Changes in diet and/or environment
What was the approximate prevalence of nephrolithiasis in the United States in the late 1970s?
~3%
How many Hippos
9
Test your knowledge on thyroid pathophysiology and diagnostic evaluation with this quiz. Topics include phylogeny, embryology, regulation of thyroid function, iodine synthesis, laboratory assessment, and more.
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