Advertisements
Advertisements
प्रश्न
Distinguish between Diabetes mellitus and Diabetes insipidus (endocrine gland concerned).
Advertisements
उत्तर
| Feature | Diabetes mellitus | Diabetes insipidus |
| Endocrine Gland Concerned | Pancreas (Islets of Langerhans) | Pituitary Gland (Posterior part) |
| Hormone Involved | Insulin | Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin |
| Primary Dysfunction | Inability to produce or use insulin effectively, leading to high blood glucose levels | Inability to regulate water balance, leading to excessive urination and thirst |
APPEARS IN
संबंधित प्रश्न
Define the following:
Hormone
| Hormones | Target gland |
| Thyrotrophin (TSH) | ______ |
| Hormones | Target gland |
| Melanotrophin (MSH | ______ |
Define the following:
Hypersecretion
Some of the endocrine glands are shown by the guidelines.
(i) Name the glands 1 to 5.
(ii) Name any two endocrine glands which are not shown in the diagram.
(iii) Name one gland which is both exocrine and endocrine.
Choose the Odd One Out
Choose the Odd One Out
Differentiate hyperglycemia from hypoglycemia.
Given below are two statements.
Statement I- Highest secretion of growth hormone (GH) is seen till puberty.
Statement II - The GH is secreted continuously throughout life for repair and replacement of cells.
In light of the above statements, select the correct option given below.
Which hypothalamic hormones directly act on kidney tubules and uterus respectively?
