The Endocrine Glands · NCERT Biology

Diabetes mellitus is characterized by which of the following?

  1. Hypoglycemia and a complete absence of ketone bodies
  2. Hyperglycemia and loss of glucose through urine
  3. Low blood pressure and significant weight gain
  4. Marked increase in insulin sensitivity and glucose uptake
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Correct answer: Hyperglycemia and loss of glucose through urine

Prolonged hyperglycemia leads to Diabetes mellitus. This condition causes the excretion of glucose in the urine (glycosuria) and the formation of harmful metabolic byproducts called ketone bodies.

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