Quiz

Welcome! Are you ready to put your knowledge to the test? 

Whether you’re looking to prove your expertise, review key takeaways from the conference, or are simply curious about science and healthcare, our quiz is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and expand your understanding. From general knowledge questions to in-depth healthcare information, this quiz is designed to examine your level of understanding and potentially highlight areas for further learning. 

So, are you up for the challenge? Gather your thinking cap and let’s begin!

 

Results

#1. Why is a crossmatch needed before a kidney transplant can take place?

A and B

To prevent the kidney being rejected

To ensure the patient and donor are compatible

#2. Why are cell therapy and gene therapy procedures carried out in a closed system?

To protect the scientists doing the work

To ensure the cells are sterile

To stop mutant cells escaping!

#3. What does spirometry measure?

How much you weigh

The amount and/or speed of air that can be inhaled and exhaled

Your heart rate

#4. What is obstructive sleep apnoea?

When you are unable to fall asleep due to environmental distractions (such as tv)

When the nerves to your lungs are blocked

Pauses in breathing during sleep caused by obstruction of the upper airway

#5. How many bones are there in the foot?

36

16

26

#6. Which one of these imaging techniques uses ionising radiation?

Ultrasound

MRI

CT scan

#7. What blood group is the ‘universal donor’?

O

A

B

#8. How many chest compressions should you do per minute during CPR?

250 to 300

50 to 75

100 to 120

#9. What is the name of the main artery that delivers the oxygenated blood from the left ventricle to the rest of the body?

Pulmonary Artery

Vena Cava

Aorta

#10. Which of these substances can be tested for using urine dipsticks?

Cholesterol

Magnesium

Protein

#11. What type of cell is the heart made up of?

Nerve

Cartilage

Muscle

#12. What type of organism causes malaria?

Parasite

Virus

Bacteria

#13. How many teaspoons of sugar does the average UK person eat every week?

10

85

140

#14. What is a genome?

A very large gnome

A very large gene

The complete ‘instruction manual’ of an organism

#15. What does DNA stand for?

Do Not Ask

Deoxyribonucleic Acid

Did Not Attend

#16. How many main blood groups are there?

3

2

4

#17. Does Ebola virus have a genome?

Yes, and scientists have sequenced lots of them!

Yes, but it’s too hard to sequence

No it’s too small

#18. Are X-rays used to treat cancer?

Yes, X-rays are used to treat cancer

Cancer is only treated with chemotherapy

No, X-rays are dangerous

#19. What is leukaemia?

Parasite infection

Stomach bacteria

Blood cancer

#20. What is a pathogen?

A fascinating treatment that cures everyone with sadness

An infectious agent that could cause a disease to you

Your old auntie that you rarely see

#21. Faecal bacteria (bacteria found in your poo) can be found on what percentage of peoples hands?

6%

26%

33%

#22. What does CPAP stand for?

Critical Pulmonary Arterial Pressure

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure

Constant Pressure Applied to the Patient

#23. What is the highest contributor for female hormones in the oceans?

Female fish

Crustaceans

Human disposal of oral contraceptives

#24. Do a kidney transplant patient and donor need to be ABO blood group compatible?

No

Yes

Sometimes

#25. Which one of these activities does NOT involve the use of particle accelerators?

Radiotherapy

Physics research

Powering cars

#26. Are cancer patients are given radiotherapy treatment by nurses?

Yes

No, treatment is given by radiographers

Sometimes

#27. What percentage of the UK population donate blood?

80%

25%

7%

#28. What is the age of consent to be a bone marrow donor?

21

18

16

#29. Which of these drinks has the lowest amount of sugar?

Lemonade

Milk

Fruit juice

#30. Do radiotherapy patients have special masks made to keep them still during treatment?

Yes, always no matter what the treatment is

No, patients just try not to move

Sometimes, depending no the treatment site

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