A disorder associated with a deficiency of antidiuretic hormone or inability of the kidneys to respond to this hormone is:
A) diabetes insipidus.
B) hypoglycemia.
C) type 1 diabetes mellitus.
D) type 2 diabetes mellitus.

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A deficiency of antidiuretic hormone or inability of the kidneys to respond to this hormone results in diabetes insipidus, a disorder characterized by excessive thirst and urination. Hypoglycemia is a condition where blood glucose levels are too low, whereas type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus are disorders associated with high blood glucose levels.

A Disorder Associated with a Deficiency of Antidiuretic Hormone or Inability