Endocrinology — Flashcards

MEN _____ and 2B are associated with pheochromocytoma (adrenal medulla)

Type _____ hyperlipoproteinemia commonly presents with red-orange eruptive/pruritic xanthomas

Hyperthyroidism presents with _____ due to increased expression of LDL receptors on hepatocytes.

Type _____ familial dyslipidemia commonly presents with tendinous xanthomas, especially on the Achilles tendon

Whipple's triad for the diagnosis of _____: - Low blood glucose level - Clinical symptoms - Resolution of symptoms after glucose administration

First fundus examination for type 1 diabetes is done _____ and type 2 at the time of diagnosis.

Primary hypogonadism presents with _____ testosterone/estrogen and increased LH

_____ is present if three or more of the following five criteria are met, which is given by NCEP-ATP III

IV _____ insulin is useful in management of diabetic ketoacidosis (T1DM complication)

Type _____ familial dyslipidemia presents with increased levels of LDL, cholesterol and VLDL