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Test Your Knowledge

Take the simple quiz below to test your knowledge about this topic.
1. What is thyroid hormone (TH) responsible for in the body?
  1. It regulates the basal metabolic rate (BMR) and body heat production.
  2. It is critical for skeletal and nervous system development.
  3. It regulates tissue growth and development.
  4. All of the above.
2. Which of the following is NOT a symptom of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)?
  1. tiredness
  2. depression
  3. weight loss
  4. low body temperature
3. Autoimmune diseases, such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Graves' disease, are characterized by:
  1. an immune system that doesn't respond at all
  2. an immune system that attacks specific, healthy tissues
  3. blood that doesn't clot properly
  4. splotchy rashes on the skin
4. Thyroid nodules are very common.
  1. true
  2. false
5. If you and your health care professional suspect you have hypothyroidism, what is the first diagnostic test you are likely to receive?
  1. a highly sensitive blood test known as a TSH test
  2. radioactive iodine uptake test
  3. thyroid scan
  4. a fine needle aspirate

This quiz is for educational and/or entertainment purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional health and mental health care or consultation. Individuals who believe they may need or benefit from care should consult a psychologist or other licensed health/mental health professional.

 
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