Endocrine Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
In which of the following there will be abnormal levels of calcium and phosphate?
- Osteoporosis.
- Osteopetrosis.
- Osteomalacia or rickets.
- Paget’s disease.
A
Osteomalacia or rickets
2
Q
Which of the following is NOT an indication for surgery in patients with primary hyperparthyroidism?
- < 50 old.
- 24 h urine ca excretion > 400 m/dl.
- T score > 2.5.
- Renal insufficiency by 30%.
A
T score > 2.5
3
Q
The treatment of choice of parathyroid cancer?
A
Parathyroidectomy
4
Q
Used for screening of pheochromocytoma?
A
Plasma free metanephrine
5
Q
Used for diagnosing pheochromocytoma?
A
24 h urinary metanephrine
6
Q
Metaiodobenzylguanidine scan (MIBG) used for
A
Diagnosing pheochromocytoma
7
Q
Hyperaldosteronism leads to?
A
Hypertension + hypokalemia
8
Q
Whipple’s triad
A
- Symptoms of hypoglycemia.
- Low plasma glucose ate the time of the symptoms.
- Relief after glucose is raised.
