1. A patient presents with decreased bone density and frequent fractures. Which
hormone should be primarily assessed in this patient?
 - A) Insulin
 - B) Thyroxine
 - C) Parathyroid hormone
 - D) Cortisol
 **Answer: C**. Parathyroid hormone regulates calcium levels in the blood, closely
related to bone density and strength.
2. Identify the hormone that influences the basal metabolic rate most significantly.
 - A) Adrenaline
 - B) Insulin
 - C) Thyroxine
 - D) Glucagon
 **Answer: C**. Thyroxine, produced by the thyroid gland, has a significant impact on
basal metabolic rate and metabolism.
3.Which cell type is responsible for the production of antibodies?
 - A) T lymphocytes
 - B) B lymphocytes
 - C) Macrophages
 - D) Neutrophils
 **Answer: B**. B lymphocytes are responsible for the production of antibodies which
play a crucial role in humoral immunity.
4. Which nutrient's absorption is most directly affected by the removal of the ileum?
 - A) Proteins
 - B) Carbohydrates
 - C) Vitamins
 - D) Lipids
 **Answer: C**. The ileum is primarily responsible for the absorption of vitamin B12
and bile salts.
5. During which stage of human development does organogenesis occur?
 - A) Pre-embryonic stage