Diabetes mellitus is a deficiency or limited activity of which hormone?

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Question 1 of 5

Diabetes mellitus is a deficiency or limited activity of which hormone?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Diabetes mellitus results from insulin deficiency (T1DM) or resistance (T2DM), impairing glucose uptake.

Question 2 of 5

An obstruction in blood flow to the kidneys would most likely result in:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Renal hypoxia from obstruction triggers EPO release to boost RBC production.

Question 3 of 5

Any of the following may provoke an immune response except:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: All can trigger immunity: injury, pathogens, cancer, and autoimmunity.

Question 4 of 5

The 'Adams' Apple' is the:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Thyroid cartilage forms the prominent Adam's apple.

Question 5 of 5

Which hormone does not play a role in regulating fluid and electrolyte balance?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Leptin regulates appetite, not fluid/electrolytes; others do.

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