Question

Given below are a few statements. Identify them as true or false. If false, rewrite the correct word by striking out the single false word.

Deficiency in the secretion of vasopressin leads to diabetes mellitus.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

1. Diabetes insipidus is caused by a lack of antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin, which prevents dehydration.
2. ADH is required by the kidneys to keep water in the body.
3. The hypothalamus, a region of the brain, produces the hormone.
4. Hence, the correct statement is: Deficiency in the secretion of vasopressin leads to diabetes insipidus.

Final answer: The given statement is false.