NEET Biology question

Cretinism is caused by

(A)HypothyroidismCorrect
(B)Hyperthyroidism
(C)Deficiency of iodine
(D)Deficiency of thyroxine

Answer: (A)

Solution

Cretinism is the clinical condition of childhood hypothyroidism — insufficient thyroid hormone during infancy/growth years — leading to stunted growth and mental retardation; iodine deficiency and thyroxine

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