What is the only adrenal sex hormone that has any biological importance?

a. cortisol
b. dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)
c. estrogen
d. androgen
e. testosterone


b

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In a healthy patient, the thyroid gland

A. consists of two lobes that are connected by an isthmus. B. does not move with the thyroid cartilage when swallowing. C. secretes thyroxine, which slows down the metabolic rate. D. is clearly visible and easily palpated.

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The procedure in which density is determined by tapping a body surface with the finger is ____________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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True or False? The spleen is responsible for hemolysis. Select one:

a. true b. false

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