An impairment affecting synthesis or release of ADH results in a diminished ability of the kidney to conserve water leading to water loss and dehydration. This condition is known as Diabetes Insipidus.
Adjacent to a frequently-asked paragraph in the same chapter.
A person suffers from dehydration due to excessive water loss and at the same time shows hyperglycemia. Which glands are malfunctioning together?
Correct answer: D — Pituitary and Pancreas
Dehydration due to water loss → ADH deficiency from posterior pituitary → Diabetes Insipidus. Hyperglycemia → insulin deficiency from pancreas → Diabetes Mellitus.
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