mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #794

A patient has a history of hypothyroidism. Which type of hormone is most likely deficient in this condition?

mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #794

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A patient has a history of hypothyroidism. Which type of hormone is most likely deficient in this condition?

    • A) T3
    • B) T4
    • C) Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
    • D) Thyroid Binding Globulin

    Answer: T4

    Explanation: T4 is deficient in hypothyroidism because it is the primary hormone produced by the thyroid gland. T3 is a metabolite of T4, and thyroid stimulating hormone is produced by the pituitary gland.