Question

Differentiate between vasopressin and insulin (deficiency disorder).

Answer 1

1. Vasopressin: Vasopressin or ADH (antidiuretic hormone) is a hormone secreted by posterior pituitary gland and regulates the amount of water in the body.
2. Insulin: Insulin hormone is produced by beta cells of Islet of Langerhans and helps in reducing the blood glucose level.

Vasopressin	Insulin
Vasopressin is secreted by posterior pituitary gland. Inadequacy of vasopressin leads to diabetes insipidus disorder. It helps in regulating the amount of water in the body.	Insulin is secreted by beta cells of Islet of Langerhans. Inadequacy of insulin leads to diabetes mellitus disorder. It helps in decreasing the blood glucose level.