1. What is the primary function of the liver?
A) Blood filtration
B) Hormone production
C) Digestion of fats
D) Oxygen transport
Answer: A) Blood filtration
2. What is the normal range of adult blood pressure?
A) 90/60 mmHg
B) 120/80 mmHg
C) 130/90 mmHg
D) 140/100 mmHg
Answer: B) 120/80 mmHg
3. What does “tachycardia” refer to?
A) Slow heart rate
B) Rapid heart rate
C) Low blood pressure
D) High blood pressure
Answer: B) Rapid heart rate
4. Which organ is responsible for the production of insulin?
A) Liver
B) Pancreas
C) Kidney
D) Heart
Answer: B) Pancreas
5. What is the main component of red blood cells?
A) Hemoglobin
B) Collagen
C) Myelin
D) Keratin
Answer: A) Hemoglobin
6. Which part of the brain controls breathing?
A) Cerebellum
B) Cerebrum
C) Medulla oblongata
D) Thalamus
Answer: C) Medulla oblongata
7. What is the term for a low white blood cell count?
A) Leukopenia
B) Leukocytosis
C) Anemia
D) Thrombocytopenia
Answer: A) Leukopenia
8. What is the most common type of stroke?
A) Hemorrhagic stroke
B) Ischemic stroke
C) Transient ischemic attack
D) Subarachnoid hemorrhage
Answer: B) Ischemic stroke
9. Which structure in the eye is responsible for focusing light onto the retina?
A) Iris
B) Lens
C) Cornea
D) Retina
Answer: B) Lens
10. What is the primary function of the kidneys?
A) Filtering blood and producing urine
B) Producing hormones
C) Digesting proteins
D) Regulating heart rate
Answer: A) Filtering blood and producing urine
11. Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?
A) Vitamin A
B) Vitamin B12
C) Vitamin C
D) Vitamin K
Answer: D) Vitamin K
12. What is the common term for the condition “myocardial infarction”?
A) Stroke
B) Heart attack
C) Lung infection
D) Kidney failure
Answer: B) Heart attack
13. What type of immunity is acquired through vaccination?
A) Passive immunity
B) Natural immunity
C) Active immunity
D) Autoimmune response
Answer: C) Active immunity
14. What is the medical term for high blood sugar levels?
A) Hypoglycemia
B) Hyperglycemia
C) Hyperlipidemia
D) Hypertension
Answer: B) Hyperglycemia
15. What is the name of the process by which a cell divides into two daughter cells?
A) Meiosis
B) Mitosis
C) Cytokinesis
D) Apoptosis
Answer: B) Mitosis
16. What is the term for the surgical removal of the appendix?
A) Cholecystectomy
B) Appendectomy
C) Hysterectomy
D) Nephrectomy
Answer: B) Appendectomy
17. What is the primary cause of tuberculosis?
A) Virus
B) Bacteria
C) Fungus
D) Parasite
Answer: B) Bacteria
18. Which part of the digestive system is primarily responsible for nutrient absorption?
A) Stomach
B) Large intestine
C) Small intestine
D) Esophagus
Answer: C) Small intestine
19. What is the common name for the condition “rhinorrhea”?
A) Ear infection
B) Sinus infection
C) Runny nose
D) Sore throat
Answer: C) Runny nose
20. What type of joint is the shoulder joint?
A) Hinge
B) Ball and socket
C) Pivot
D) Saddle
Answer: B) Ball and socket
21. What does “BMI” stand for in medical terms?
A) Body Mass Index
B) Basic Metabolic Indicator
C) Blood Metabolic Index
D) Bone Mineral Index
Answer: A) Body Mass Index
22. What is the medical term for a heart condition characterized by an abnormal rhythm?
A) Bradycardia
B) Tachycardia
C) Arrhythmia
D) Atrial fibrillation
Answer: C) Arrhythmia
23. What is the purpose of an electrocardiogram (ECG)?
A) To measure blood pressure
B) To monitor heart activity
C) To assess lung function
D) To detect blood glucose levels
Answer: B) To monitor heart activity
24. Which of the following is a common symptom of asthma?
A) Chest pain
B) Shortness of breath
C) Fever
D) Abdominal pain
Answer: B) Shortness of breath
25. What does the term “aseptic” mean?
A) Containing bacteria
B) Free from infection
C) Infected
D) Antiseptic
Answer: B) Free from infection
26. What is the term for a cancerous tumor that invades surrounding tissues?
A) Benign
B) Malignant
C) Metastatic
D) Carcinogenic
Answer: B) Malignant
27. What is the role of platelets in the blood?
A) Carry oxygen
B) Fight infections
C) Aid in blood clotting
D) Regulate blood sugar
Answer: C) Aid in blood clotting
28. What is the common term for “otitis media”?
A) Ear infection
B) Eye infection
C) Throat infection
D) Sinus infection
Answer: A) Ear infection
29. What does “CBC” stand for in medical testing?
A) Complete Blood Count
B) Comprehensive Biochemical Check
C) Central Blood Count
D) Cell Blood Calculation
Answer: A) Complete Blood Count
30. What is the medical term for the loss of memory?
A) Amnesia
B) Aphasia
C) Dyslexia
D) Syncope
Answer: A) Amnesia
31. What is the primary treatment for bacterial infections?
A) Antivirals
B) Antibiotics
C) Antifungals
D) Steroids
Answer: B) Antibiotics
32. What does the term “hypotension” refer to?
A) High blood pressure
B) Low blood pressure
C) Normal blood pressure
D) Fluctuating blood pressure
Answer: B) Low blood pressure
33. What is the function of the adrenal glands?
A) Produce insulin
B) Regulate metabolism
C) Produce stress hormones
D) Filter blood
Answer: C) Produce stress hormones
34. Which organ is affected by hepatitis?
A) Heart
B) Lungs
C) Liver
D) Kidneys
Answer: C) Liver
35. What is the medical term for the inflammation of the appendix?
A) Appendicitis
B) Gastritis
C) Pancreatitis
D) Cholecystitis
Answer: A) Appendicitis
36. What does “BMR” stand for in metabolic studies?
A) Body Mass Ratio
B) Basal Metabolic Rate
C) Blood Metabolic Ratio
D) Basic Metabolic Rate
Answer: B) Basal Metabolic Rate
37. What is the term for an abnormal increase in white blood cells?
A) Leukopenia
B) Leukocytosis
C) Anemia
D) Hemophilia
Answer: B) Leukocytosis
38. What does “PRN” stand for in medical prescriptions?
A) As needed
B) Once daily
C) Twice daily
D) Every hour
Answer: A) As needed
39. What is the purpose of a spirometry test?
A) To measure lung function
B) To assess kidney function
C) To check heart activity
D) To evaluate blood pressure
Answer: A) To measure lung function
40. What is “gastroenteritis”?
A) Inflammation of the stomach and intestines
B) Infection of the lungs
C) Inflammation of the liver
D) Inflammation of the heart
Answer: A) Inflammation of the stomach and intestines
41. What is the medical term for a condition involving difficulty in swallowing?
A) Dysphagia
B) Dyslexia
C) Dyspnea
D) Dysuria
Answer: A) Dysphagia
42. What is the common name for “epistaxis”?
A) Ear infection
B) Nosebleed
C) Headache
D) Throat infection
Answer: B) Nosebleed
43. What is the role of hemoglobin in the blood?
A) Transport nutrients
B) Fight infections
C) Carry oxygen
D) Aid in digestion
Answer: C) Carry oxygen
44. What does the term “edema” refer to?
A) Swelling
B) Bleeding
C) Inflammation
D) Pain
Answer: A) Swelling
45. What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
A) Circulate blood
B) Digest food
C) Exchange gases
D) Regulate hormones
Answer: C) Exchange gases
46. What is the term for the surgical removal of the gallbladder?
A) Cholecystectomy
B) Appendectomy
C) Hysterectomy
D) Nephrectomy
Answer: A) Cholecystectomy
47. What is the primary function of the small intestine?
A) Absorb nutrients
B) Produce bile
C) Store waste
D) Regulate blood pressure
Answer: A) Absorb nutrients
48. What does “NSAID” stand for in medication?
A) Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
B) Non-Specific Anti-Inflammatory Drug
C) Natural Steroid Anti-Inflammatory Drug
D) New Systemic Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Answer: A) Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
49. What is the common term for “hyperlipidemia”?
A) High blood sugar
B) High cholesterol
C) Low blood pressure
D) Low blood oxygen
Answer: B) High cholesterol
50. What is the role of the thymus gland in the immune system?
A) Produce antibodies
B) Mature T-cells
C) Filter blood
D) Produce red blood cells
Answer: B) Mature T-cells
51. What does “CABG” stand for in cardiology?
A) Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
B) Cardiac Artery Blood Group
C) Cardiovascular Analysis Blood Gas
D) Coronary Aneurysm Bypass Grafting
Answer: A) Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
52. What is the term for the loss of bone density?
A) Osteoporosis
B) Osteomyelitis
C) Osteoarthritis
D) Osteosarcoma
Answer: A) Osteoporosis
53. What is the medical term for inflammation of the joints?
A) Osteoporosis
B) Arthritis
C) Bursitis
D) Tendinitis
Answer: B) Arthritis
54. What is the purpose of a biopsy?
A) To diagnose disease by examining tissue
B) To measure blood glucose levels
C) To assess lung function
D) To evaluate heart activity
Answer: A) To diagnose disease by examining tissue
55. What is the common name for “rhinitis”?
A) Sore throat
B) Ear infection
C) Nasal inflammation
D) Eye infection
Answer: C) Nasal inflammation
56. What is the main function of the spleen?
A) Produce bile
B) Filter blood
C) Store glucose
D) Regulate metabolism
Answer: B) Filter blood
57. What does “BUN” stand for in kidney function tests?
A) Blood Urea Nitrogen
B) Blood Uric Neoplasm
C) Basic Urea Nutrition
D) Biochemical Urine Normalization
Answer: A) Blood Urea Nitrogen
58. What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?
A) Dyspnea
B) Dysphagia
C) Dysuria
D) Dyslexia
Answer: A) Dyspnea
59. What is the term for the surgical repair of a hernia?
A) Herniorrhaphy
B) Appendectomy
C) Cholecystectomy
D) Hysterectomy
Answer: A) Herniorrhaphy
60. What does “GFR” stand for in kidney function testing?
A) Glomerular Filtration Rate
B) General Fluid Retention
C) Glucose Filtration Rate
D) Gallbladder Function Rate
Answer: A) Glomerular Filtration Rate
61. What is the term for a heart rhythm that is irregular and rapid?
A) Atrial fibrillation
B) Bradycardia
C) Tachycardia
D) Arrhythmia
Answer: A) Atrial fibrillation
62. What is the medical term for an infection of the urinary bladder?
A) Cystitis
B) Pyelonephritis
C) Urethritis
D) Nephritis
Answer: A) Cystitis
63. What is the function of the myelin sheath?
A) Protect neurons
B) Regulate blood pressure
C) Produce insulin
D) Absorb nutrients
Answer: A) Protect neurons
64. What is the term for a persistent cough that lasts longer than eight weeks?
A) Acute bronchitis
B) Chronic bronchitis
C) Asthma
D) Pneumonia
Answer: B) Chronic bronchitis
65. What does “TIA” stand for in neurology?
A) Transient Ischemic Attack
B) Temporary Internal Acidosis
C) Total Immune Activity
D) Tumor Infiltration Assessment
Answer: A) Transient Ischemic Attack
66. What is the common name for “dermatitis”?
A) Skin rash
B) Ear infection
C) Eye infection
D) Throat infection
Answer: A) Skin rash
67. What is the medical term for a condition characterized by high levels of uric acid in the blood?
A) Gout
B) Osteoarthritis
C) Rheumatoid arthritis
D) Osteoporosis
Answer: A) Gout
68. What does “PFT” stand for in pulmonary medicine?
A) Pulmonary Function Test
B) Partial Fluid Test
C) Peripheral Function Test
D) Primary Fungal Test
Answer: A) Pulmonary Function Test
69. What is the primary role of the endocrine system?
A) Regulate hormones
B) Digest food
C) Filter blood
D) Transport oxygen
Answer: A) Regulate hormones
70. What is the term for an abnormal increase in blood glucose levels?
A) Hypoglycemia
B) Hyperglycemia
C) Hyperlipidemia
D) Hypoglycemia
Answer: B) Hyperglycemia
71. What does “CT scan” stand for in medical imaging?
A) Computed Tomography Scan
B) Central Tomography Scan
C) Cardiovascular Tomography Scan
D) Comprehensive Tissue Scan
Answer: A) Computed Tomography Scan
72. What is the common term for “lumbago”?
A) Lower back pain
B) Headache
C) Chest pain
D) Neck pain
Answer: A) Lower back pain
73. What is the primary use of an MRI in medicine?
A) To evaluate soft tissue and organs
B) To measure bone density
C) To assess blood flow
D) To test lung capacity
Answer: A) To evaluate soft tissue and organs
74. What is the medical term for inflammation of the lining of the heart?
A) Pericarditis
B) Myocarditis
C) Endocarditis
D) Cardiomyopathy
Answer: A) Pericarditis
75. What does “COPD” stand for in respiratory medicine?
A) Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
B) Central Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder
C) Chronic Organic Pulmonary Disorder
D) Cardiac Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Answer: A) Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
76. What is the common name for “pyrexia”?
A) Fever
B) Headache
C) Pain
D) Nausea
Answer: A) Fever
77. What is the term for a condition where the body’s immune system attacks its own tissues?
A) Autoimmune disease
B) Infectious disease
C) Metabolic disorder
D) Genetic disorder
Answer: A) Autoimmune disease
78. What is the name of the test used to diagnose sleep apnea?
A) Polysomnography
B) Electrocardiogram
C) Spirometry
D) Endoscopy
Answer: A) Polysomnography
79. What does “ECG” stand for in cardiac testing?
A) Electrocardiogram
B) Echocardiogram
C) Electromyogram
D) Electroencephalogram
Answer: A) Electrocardiogram
80. What is the common term for “celiac disease”?
A) Gluten intolerance
B) Lactose intolerance
C) Peptic ulcer
D) Gallbladder disease
Answer: A) Gluten intolerance
81. What is the capital of Australia?
A) Sydney
B) Melbourne
C) Canberra
D) Brisbane
Answer: C) Canberra
82. Who is known for the theory of evolution?
A) Isaac Newton
B) Charles Darwin
C) Albert Einstein
D) Louis Pasteur
Answer: B) Charles Darwin
83. What is the smallest prime number?
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 5
Answer: B) 2
84. Which planet is known as the “Red Planet”?
A) Venus
B) Mars
C) Jupiter
D) Mercury
Answer: B) Mars
85. What is the primary ingredient in guacamole?
A) Tomato
B) Avocado
C) Onion
D) Pepper
Answer: B) Avocado
86. What is the term for a medical procedure to remove a gallbladder?
A) Appendectomy
B) Cholecystectomy
C) Hysterectomy
D) Nephrectomy
Answer: B) Cholecystectomy
87. What is the main function of the circulatory system?
A) Exchange gases
B) Digestion of food
C) Transport blood and nutrients
D) Produce hormones
Answer: C) Transport blood and nutrients
88. Who wrote the play “Hamlet”?
A) William Shakespeare
B) George Bernard Shaw
C) Anton Chekhov
D) Henrik Ibsen
Answer: A) William Shakespeare
89. What is the longest river in Asia?
A) Yangtze
B) Mekong
C) Ganges
D) Indus
Answer: A) Yangtze
90. What does “HTML” stand for?
A) Hypertext Markup Language
B) Hypertext Machine Language
C) High-level Text Markup Language
D) Hyperlink Text Markup Language
Answer: A) Hypertext Markup Language
91. What is the largest organ in the human body?
A) Liver
B) Heart
C) Skin
D) Lung
Answer: C) Skin
92. What is the chemical symbol for gold?
A) Au
B) Ag
C) Fe
D) Pb
Answer: A) Au
93. What is the term for the study of the structure and function of cells?
A) Microbiology
B) Genetics
C) Cytology
D) Histology
Answer: C) Cytology
94. What is the capital city of Spain?
A) Barcelona
B) Madrid
C) Seville
D) Valencia
Answer: B) Madrid
95. What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
A) Circulate blood
B) Digest food
C) Exchange gases
D) Regulate hormones
Answer: C) Exchange gases
96. What is the term for a severe and sudden increase in blood pressure?
A) Hypertension
B) Hypotension
C) Tachycardia
D) Bradycardia
Answer: A) Hypertension
97. What is the term for the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells?
A) Meiosis
B) Mitosis
C) Cytokinesis
D) Fertilization
Answer: B) Mitosis
98. What is the largest continent by land area?
A) Africa
B) North America
C) Asia
D) Europe
Answer: C) Asia
99. Who discovered penicillin?
A) Alexander Fleming
B) Louis Pasteur
C) Robert Koch
D) Joseph Lister
Answer: A) Alexander Fleming
100. What is the term for the study of earthquakes?
A) Seismology
B) Volcanology
C) Meteorology
D) Astronomy
Answer: A) Seismology