Which of these statements does NOT correctly describe diabetes insipidus?
A)It is due to excess vasopressin secretion.
B)It is due to vasopressin deficiency.
C) It gives rise to hypertonicity of the ECF.
D) It gives rise to polyuria.

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Diabetes insipidus is due to vasopressin deficiency or resistance to its action, not excess secretion. It gives rise to hypotonicity of the ECF, not hypertonicity, and polyuria is a hallmark symptom.

Which of These Statements Does NOT Correctly Describe Diabetes Insipidus