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Levothyroxine is prescribed to replace which hormone?

  1. Thyroxine (T4)
  2. Insulin
  3. Cortisol
  4. Parathyroid hormone
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Correct answer: A. Thyroxine (T4)

Levothyroxine is synthetic thyroxine (T4) used to treat hypothyroidism; it is converted peripherally to active T3.Other options: Insulin, cortisol, and parathyroid hormone are replaced by different agents.Key exam takeaway: Levothyroxine = synthetic T4 for hypothyroidism.

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