Test Your Knowledge on Steroids

Take this quiz to see how much you know about steroids, their uses, effects, and risks.

published on April 19
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What is the main purpose of anabolic steroids?

Build muscle mass
Enhance athletic performance
Lose weight
Improve memory
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Which of the following is a commonly abused steroid?

Aspirin
Testosterone
Vitamin C
Ibuprofen
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What are the potential side effects of steroid abuse in men?

What are the potential side effects of steroid abuse in men?
Breast development
Increased facial hair growth
Testicular shrinkage
Deepening of the voice
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What is a common method of steroid administration?

What is a common method of steroid administration?
Inhaling
Injection
Skin patch
Eyedrops
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Which of the following is a legal use of steroids?

Enhancing academic performance
Treating muscle-wasting diseases
Getting high
Improving vision
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What is the most commonly abused type of steroid in sports?

Anabolic steroids
Corticosteroids
Anti-inflammatory steroids
Antibiotic steroids
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What are the potential side effects of steroid abuse in women?

What are the potential side effects of steroid abuse in women?
Facial hair growth
Breast enlargement
Voice deepening
Increased estrogen levels
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What regulatory agency oversees the use of steroids in the United States?

What regulatory agency oversees the use of steroids in the United States?
Food and Drug Administration
Environmental Protection Agency
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Department of Agriculture
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What is a long-term effect of steroid abuse on the heart?

Increased risk of heart attack
Improved heart function
Reduced blood pressure
Prevention of heart disease
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Which of the following is NOT a type of steroid?

Which of the following is NOT a type of steroid?
Estrogen
Naproxen
Cortisol
Testosterone
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At what age are people most likely to abuse steroids?

Under 13
16-25
40-50
60+
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What is a potential side effect of steroid abuse on the liver?

What is a potential side effect of steroid abuse on the liver?
Liver tumors
Improved liver function
Reduced risk of hepatitis
Detoxification