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MCQs on Endocrine System | GNM 1st Year Anatomy & Physiology


Introduction

The endocrine system is an important chapter in GNM 1st year Anatomy & Physiology. MCQs from this topic are frequently asked in nursing examinations. This Blogger-ready post provides exam-oriented multiple choice questions covering pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, pancreas (islets of Langerhans), ovaries and testes to help students revise quickly and score better.

🧠 MCQs on Endocrine System (GNM 1st Year)

✅ Set 1

  1. The master gland of endocrine system is: A. Thyroid
    B. Pituitary
    C. Adrenal
    D. Pancreas

Answer: B

  1. Hormone secreted by posterior pituitary: A. Growth hormone
    B. Prolactin
    C. ADH
    D. TSH

Answer: C

  1. Thyroxine is secreted by: A. Parathyroid
    B. Adrenal
    C. Thyroid
    D. Pituitary

Answer: C

  1. Parathyroid hormone regulates: A. Sodium
    B. Potassium
    C. Calcium
    D. Iron

Answer: C

  1. Hormone that controls stress response: A. Insulin
    B. Cortisol
    C. Thyroxine
    D. Estrogen

Answer: B

✅ Set 2

  1. Islets of Langerhans are present in: A. Liver
    B. Kidney
    C. Pancreas
    D. Spleen

Answer: C

  1. Insulin is secreted by: A. Alpha cells
    B. Beta cells
    C. Delta cells
    D. Acinar cells

Answer: B

  1. Glucagon is secreted by: A. Beta cells
    B. Delta cells
    C. Alpha cells
    D. Gamma cells

Answer: C

  1. Hormone responsible for male secondary sex characters: A. Estrogen
    B. Progesterone
    C. Testosterone
    D. FSH

Answer: C

  1. Ovaries mainly secrete: A. Testosterone
    B. Aldosterone
    C. Estrogen and progesterone
    D. Cortisol

Answer: C

✅ Set 3

  1. Adrenal glands are located above: A. Liver
    B. Kidneys
    C. Pancreas
    D. Spleen

Answer: B

  1. Growth hormone is secreted by: A. Posterior pituitary
    B. Thyroid
    C. Anterior pituitary
    D. Adrenal

Answer: C

  1. Hormone that lowers blood glucose level: A. Glucagon
    B. Insulin
    C. Cortisol
    D. Thyroxine

Answer: B

  1. Hormone responsible for milk secretion: A. Oxytocin
    B. Prolactin
    C. Estrogen
    D. FSH

Answer: B

  1. Medulla of adrenal gland secretes: A. Cortisol
    B. Aldosterone
    C. Adrenaline
    D. Thyroxine

Answer: C

✅ Set 4

  1. Deficiency of thyroid hormone causes: A. Diabetes
    B. Goiter
    C. Cushing’s syndrome
    D. Addison’s disease

Answer: B

  1. Hormone that stimulates ovulation: A. FSH
    B. LH
    C. Prolactin
    D. TSH

Answer: B

  1. Testes produce: A. Estrogen
    B. Progesterone
    C. Testosterone
    D. Cortisol

Answer: C

  1. Parathyroid glands are usually: A. Two in number
    B. Three in number
    C. Four in number
    D. One in number

Answer: C

  1. Hormone regulating basal metabolic rate: A. Insulin
    B. Thyroxine
    C. Cortisol
    D. Aldosterone

Answer: B

✅ Key Takeaways

  • Pituitary is the master gland.

  • Thyroid regulates metabolism.

  • Parathyroid controls calcium balance.

  • Pancreas regulates blood sugar.

  • Ovaries and testes control reproduction.

Conclusion

Regular practice of MCQs on the Endocrine System helps GNM 1st year students understand hormonal functions and improves exam confidence. Revise pituitary, thyroid, adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries and testes carefully to score better in Anatomy & Physiology.

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