Endocrinology Quiz

This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of endocrinology. Please note, this is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice.

1. What gland is known as the "master gland" of the endocrine system?
Pituitary
Thyroid
Adrenal

2. Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating the body's metabolism?
Insulin
Thyroxine
Cortisol

3. Which of the following is NOT part of the endocrine system?
Kidney
Pancreas
Liver

4. What hormone is produced by the adrenal medulla?
Adrenaline
Aldosterone
Progesterone

5. The parathyroid glands are responsible for regulating which mineral in the bloodstream?
Calcium
Iron
Sodium

6. Type of diabetes is the result of autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing cells?
Type 1
Type 2

7. Which one of these hormones assists in managing stress?

8. What is the function of the hormone glucagon?

9. Rate your familiarity with endocrine disorders from 1 (not familiar) to 5 (very familiar):
1
2
3
4
5

10. What hormone does the thyroid gland primarily release?