Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Deficiency of which hormone in the body causes 'Goitre'?

Options:

Thyroxine

Adrenaline

Testosterone

Estrogen

Correct Answer:

Thyroxine

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1)- Thyroxine

The deficiency of the hormone Thyroxine causes 'Goitre.'

Explanation:

  • Goitre is an enlargement of the thyroid gland, located in the neck.
  • Thyroxine, also known as T4, is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It plays a crucial role in regulating the body's metabolism and energy production.
  • In conditions where there is a deficiency of iodine, an essential component for the synthesis of thyroid hormones, the thyroid gland enlarges in an attempt to produce more hormones.
  • The lack of iodine affects the production of thyroxine, leading to an imbalance in thyroid function and resulting in the development of goitre.

Therefore, the correct answer is Thyroxine.