All the Following Lung Lesions Have Been Linked to Asbestos

question 9

Multiple Choice

All the following lung lesions have been linked to asbestos exposure except:

• A) Bronchial asthma
• B) Pulmonary fibrosis
• C) Pleural fibrosis and plaques
• D) Lung cancer
• E) Mesothelioma

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Definitions:

Thyroid Hormone

A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism, energy generation, and neurological growth.

Metabolism

The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms, crucial for converting food to energy, constructing cellular components, and managing waste materials.

Calcium Levels

The concentration of calcium ions (Ca2+) in the body, critical for various physiological processes, including bone formation, muscle function, and signal transduction.

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that works to raise blood glucose levels by stimulating the breakdown of glycogen in the liver.