Description : The hormone used as an oral contraceptive is – (1) Cortisone (2) Progesterone (3) Testosterone (4) Aldesterone
Last Answer : (2) Progesterone Explanation: It was discovered relatively long ago (1930's) that injections of progesterone were effective as a contraceptive in preventing pregnancies. Progesterone is used as a ... for creating a hostile environment for fertilization and not allowing sperm to enter the egg.
Description : The most important component of the oral contraceptive pills is (a) thyroxine (b) luteinising hormone (c) progesterone (d) growth hormone
Last Answer : (c) progesterone
Description : Synthetic progesterone used in oral contraceptive is (A) Norethindrone (B) Pregnenolone (C) Androstenodione (D) Stilbestrol
Last Answer : Answer : A
Description : What is the work of progesterone which is present in oral contraceptive pills? (a) To inhibit ovulation (b) To check oogenesis (c) To check entry of sperms into cervix and to make them inactive (d) To check sexual behaviour
Last Answer : (a) To inhibit ovulation
Description : Which of the following is used as an emergency contraceptive: a) Combined oral contraceptive pills. b) Progesterone only. c) Depoprovera. d) Levonorgestril (EM-Kit). e) Ergometrine.
Last Answer : d) Levonorgestril (EM-Kit).
Description : Progesterone is transported in blood by (A) Transcortin (B) Sex hormone binding globulin (C) Albumin (D) Testosterone estrogen binding globulin
Description : The defect in adrenal cortex responsible for lack of glucocorticoids and mineralcorticoids is (A) Androstenedione deficiency (B) 17 α -OH progesterone deficiency (C) C-21 hydroxylase deficiency (D) Testosterone deficiency HORMONE METABOLISM 209
Last Answer : Answer : C
Description : Cyclic AMP is formed from ATP by the enzyme adenylate cyclase which is activated by the hormone: (A) Insulin (B) Epinephrine (C) Testosterone (D) Progesterone
Last Answer : B
Description : Compared to a bull a bullock is docile because of (a) higher levels of cortisone (b) lower levels of blood testosterone (c) lower levels of adrenaline/noradrenaline in its blood (d) higher levels of thyroxine.
Last Answer : (b) lower levels of blood testosterone
Description : The amino acid tryptophan is the precursor for the synthesis of (a) estrogen and progesterone (b) cortisol and cortisone (c) melatonin and serotonin (d) thyroxine and triiodothyronine
Last Answer : (c) melatonin and serotonin
Description : Select the progestin preparation for coadministration with estrogen for hormone replacement therapy that does not counteract the beneficial effect of the latter on lipid profile due to lack of ... oral progesterone B. Norethindrone C. Lynestrenol D. Medroxyprogesterone acetate (p. 281-282)
Last Answer : Select the indication for which a progestin is used alone without combining with an estrogen: A. Threatened abortion B. Dysfunctional uterine bleeding C. Hormone replacement therapy D. Premenstrual tension
Description : A common intermediate in the synthesis of cortisol and aldosterone is (A) Progesterone (B) Testosterone (C) Estradiol (D) None of these
Description : In the biosynthesis of testosterone the rate limiting step is conversion of (A) Cholesterol to pregnenolone (B) Pregnenolone to progesterone (C) Progesterone to 17 α-hydroxy progesterone (D) 17 α-Hydroxy progesterone to androstenedione
Description : 3-β-Hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase and ∆5,4 isomerase catalyse the conversion of the weak androgen DHEA to (A) Androstenedione (B) Testosterone (C) Progesterone (D) Estrone
Description : Secretion of progesterone by corpus luteum is initiated by (a) testosterone (b) thyroxine (c) MSH (d) LH.
Last Answer : d) LH.
Description : Which of the following hormones will allow us to react to emergency situations? A) estrogen B) progesterone C) testosterone D) cortisol E) norepinephrine
Last Answer : E) norepinephrine
Description : The myofilaments of muscles consist primarily of two proteins. These two proteins are called: a) actin and myosin b) progesterone and testosterone c) progesterone and estrogen
Last Answer : ANSWER: A -- ACTIN AND MYOSIN
Description : The most potent hormone concerned with the retention of sodium in the body is (A) Cortisone (B) Aldosterone (C) Corticosterone (D) Cortisol
Last Answer : Answer : B
Description : Which of the following hormone is released in excess quantity during excitement? (1) Cortisone (2) Serotonin (3) Adrenaline (4) Oestrogen
Last Answer : (3) Adrenaline Explanation: Adrenaline is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands during high stress or exciting situations. This powerful hormone is part of the human body's acute stress response system, ... , all of which work to increase blood flow to the muscles and oxygen to the lungs.
Description : A steroid hormone which regulates glucose metabolism is (a) cortisone (b) cortisol (c) corticosterone (d) 11-deoxycorticosterone.
Last Answer : (b) cortisol
Description : Which of the following hormone is released in excess quantity during excitement ? (1) Cortisone (2) Serotonin (3) Adrenaline (4) Oestrogen
Last Answer : Oestrogen
Description : Most important component of oral contraceptive is :
Last Answer : Most important component of oral contraceptive is : A. Thyroxine B. LH C. Progesteron D. GH
Description : A 19 year-old female is referred following a visit to the dentist where marked erosion of her teeth was noted. She was entirely asymptomatic and her only medication was the oral contraceptive pill ... ) Bulimia nervosa 2) Conn's syndrome 3) Laxative abuse 4) Pregnancy 5) Primary hypoparathyroidism
Last Answer : Answers-5 This patient has tooth erosion associated with hypokalaemic metabolic alkalosis and hypocalcaemia. This suggests a diagnosis of hypoparathyroidism. Conn's is unlikely in this age group, is ... raised alkaline phosphatase would not be expected. Early pregnancy would not fit this picture.
Description : A 25 years old school teacher Para 1 wants to use oral contraceptive pills for contraception. She is asking about the mode of action of oral contraceptive pills. The mechanism of action of ... atrophy. c) Increasing cervical mucous hostility. d) Inducing endometritis. e) Inhibiting prolactin.
Last Answer : a) Inhibiting ovulation by suppression of serum FSH.
Description : The following drug reduces the effect of oral anticoagulants: A. Broad spectrum antibiotic B. Cimetidine C. Aspirin D. Oral contraceptive
Last Answer : D. Oral contraceptive
Description : Centchroman is: A. An oral contraceptive for women B. An oral contraceptive for men C. A mast cell stabilizer D. A centrally acting muscle relaxant
Last Answer : A. An oral contraceptive for women
Description : Health benefits afforded by the combined estrogenprogestin oral contraceptive pill include the following except: A. Reduced menstrual blood loss B. Lower risk of fibrocystic breast disease C. Lower risk of myocardial infarction D. Lower risk of endometrial carcinoma
Last Answer : . Lower risk of myocardial infarction
Description : Oral contraceptive use increases the risk of occurrence of the following diseases except: A. Hypertension B. Leg vein thrombosis C. Endometrial carcinoma D. Gall stones
Last Answer : C. Endometrial carcinoma
Description : Which side effect of the oral contraceptive subsides after 3–4 cycles of continued use: A. Glucose intolerance B. Rise in blood pressure C. Headache D. Fluid retention
Last Answer : C. Headache
Description : Which of the following is advised when a woman on combined oral contraceptive pill misses a dose: A. Continue with the course without regard to the missed dose B. Take 2 pills the next ... for the remaining part of the course D. Discontinue the course and use alternative method of contraception
Last Answer : Take 2 pills the next day and continue with the course
Description : The primary mechanism of action of the combined estrogen-progestin oral contraceptive pill is: A. Production of cervical mucus hostile to sperm penetration B. Suppression of FSH and ... Making endometrium unsuitable for implantation D. Enhancing uterine contractions to dislodge the fertilized ovum
Last Answer : B. Suppression of FSH and LH release
Description : A progestin and an estrogen are combined in oral contraceptive pill because: A. The estrogen blocks the side effects of the progestin B. The progestin blocks the side effects of the estrogen C. Both synergise to suppress ovulation D. Both synergise to produce hostile cervical mucus
Last Answer : C. Both synergise to suppress ovulation
Description : The progestin used in combined oral contraceptive pill is a 19-nortestosterone derivative because: A. They have potent antiovulatory action of their own B. They do not produce any metabolic effects C. They produce fewer side effects D. They are longer acting
Last Answer : A. They have potent antiovulatory action of their own
Description : Which of the following drugs can precipitate hypoglycaemia if given to a diabetic controlled with a sulfonylurea drug: A. Phenobarbitone B. Chloramphenicol C. Rifampicin D. Oral contraceptive
Last Answer : . Chloramphenicol
Description : For the treatment of hypogonadism and impotence, testosterone/dihydrotestosterone can be administered by the following route/routes: A. Oral B. Intramuscular C. Transdermal D. Both 'B' and 'C
Last Answer : D. Both 'B' and 'C'
Description : Which of the following contraceptive methods involve a role of hormone ? (a) Pills, Emergency contraceptives, Barrier methods (b) Lactational amenorrhea, Pills, Emergency contraceptives (c) Barrier method, Lactational amenorrhea, Pills (d) CuT, Pills, Emergency contraceptive
Last Answer : (b) Lactational amenorrhea, Pills, Emergency contraceptives
Description : Anyone undergoing hormone supplementation therapy with testosterone?
Last Answer : Ah, nuts. I put a comma where it did not belong. Last two topics should, of course, be combined into: “The place where hormones and spirituality and self image meet.”
Description : How Much Does a Testosterone Hormone Test Cost ?
Last Answer : It can cost from 2000 to 4500 rupees. (Cost depends on the quality of the hospital / diagnostic)
Description : Secretion of luteinising hormone is increased by (A) GnRH (B) FSH (C) Testosterone (D) None of these
Description : In males, secretion of luteinising hormone is inhibited by (A) Gonadotropin releasing hormone (B) FSH (C) High blood level of testosterone (D) Inhibin
Description : All the following statements about FSH are true except (A) It is a tropic hormone secreted by anterior pituitary (B) Its secretion is increased by gonadotropin releasing hormone (C) It acts on Sertoli cells (D) It increases the synthesis of testosterone
Last Answer : Answer : D
Description : Conversion of testosterone to estradiol requires the enzyme: (A) Aromatase (B) Dehydrogenase (C) Lyase (D) Isomerase HORMONE METABOLISM 215
Description : Which of the following is a gonadotropic hormone? A) FSH B) ADH C) cortisol D) testosterone E) thyroxin
Last Answer : A) FSH
Description : Which of the following is NOT hormone associated with male reproductive physiology: a) testosterone b) prolactin c) interstitial hormone d) follicle-stimulating hormone
Last Answer : ANSWER: B -- PROLACTIN
Description : Assertion : Corpus albicans is an inactive structure which is found in the ovary . Reason : Corpus albicans secretes the progesterone hormone after ov
Last Answer : Assertion : Corpus albicans is an inactive structure which is found in the ovary . Reason : Corpus ... D. If both Assertion & Reason are False.
Description : Placental hormone called chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) which stimulates secretion of progesterone by the ovary during pregnancy is
Last Answer : Placental hormone called chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) which stimulates secretion of progesterone by the ovary during ... amine D. Both (1) and (2)
Description : Placenta secretes all of the following except (A) FSH (B) Progesterone (C) Estrogen (D) Chorionic gonadotropin HORMONE METABOLISM 225
Description : A hormone used for detection of pregnancy is (A) Estrogen (B) Progesterone (C) Oxytocin (D) Chorionic gonadotropin
Description : Zona glomerulosa of adrenal cortex synthesises (A) Glucocorticoids (B) Mineralocorticoids (C) Androgens (D) Estrogen and progesterone HORMONE METABOLISM 223
Description : Young women are protected against myocardial infaracation because of the activity of (A) Estrogen (B) Progesterone (C) Growth hormone (D) Oxytocin