A Type of Hyperthyroidism Caused by an Autoimmune Disorder in Which

question 43

Multiple Choice

A type of hyperthyroidism caused by an autoimmune disorder in which an antibody stimulates the thyroid gland to produce and secrete excessive quantities of thyroid hormones into the blood is called

• A)cretinism
• B)DiGeorge syndrome
• C)Hashimoto disease
• D)Graves disease
• E)myxedema

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Definitions:

Mitochondrion

A double-membraned organelle found in most eukaryotic cells, central to the production of ATP (energy) through the process of cellular respiration.

Powerhouse

Colloquially refers to mitochondria, organelles in cells that produce energy through respiration and regulate cellular metabolism.

Ribosomes

Cellular structures responsible for protein synthesis, translating mRNA into amino acid sequences.

Synthesize Proteins

The process by which cells construct proteins from amino acids based on genetic information.