PATHOLOGY MCQ
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
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Question
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In humans increased thyroxine production results in:
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Increased metabolism
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Decreased metabolism
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Dwarfism
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Cretinism
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The condition of oversecretion of thyroxine is called hyperthyroidism. This condition causes a noticeable increase in the metabolic rate, increase in heartbeat, shortness of breath and the eyes protrude out together with goitre in the neck.
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