All forms of diabetes mellitus involve defects in the production or function of insulin. The result of this defect in insulin is ________.

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In all forms of diabetes, there is a defect in the production or function of insulin, which leads to a buildup of glucose in the bloodstream, as insulin is responsible for regulating the amount of glucose in the blood. Therefore, choice C, "a buildup of glucose in the bloodstream," is the correct answer. Choices A and B, "a lack of glucose/sodium in the bloodstream," are incorrect, as the problem in diabetes is an excess of glucose, not a lack thereof. Choice D, "a buildup of sodium in the bloodstream," is also incorrect, as sodium is not directly affected by insulin levels in the body.

All Forms of Diabetes Mellitus Involve Defects in the Production