If the target cells for ADH do not have receptors,the result is _____ diabetes insipidus (DI).

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Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (DI) occurs when the kidneys do not respond to ADH, which results in the kidneys excreting large amounts of diluted urine. This can be caused by a genetic defect or by certain medications. Neurogenic DI, on the other hand, occurs when there is a problem with the production or release of ADH from the hypothalamus or pituitary gland. Psychogenic DI is a rare form of the condition that is caused by excessive fluid intake due to psychological factors, and ischemic DI is caused by damage to the hypothalamus or pituitary gland due to reduced blood flow or oxygen supply.

If the Target Cells for ADH Do Not Have Receptors,the