STANDARDZoology-Endocrine System
STANDARD Zoology Hormonal Disorders MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
The genetic deficiency of ADH-receptor leads to
A
Diabetes mellitus
B
Glycosuria
C
Diabetes insipidus
D
Nephrogenic diabetes
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Diabetes insipidus is due to defects in anti-diuretic hormone (ADH) or vasopressin receptors or an inability to secrete (ADH). Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus results from hyposecretion of (ADH) caused by a brain tumor, head trauma, or brain surgery that damages the posterior pituitary.
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