Question

Which of the following is the definition for diabetes 1?

(a) The immune system destroys beta cells and no more insulin is being produced

(b) The body becomes resistant to insulin

(c) Insulin is produced but not efficiently used up

(d) Receptors for insulin are destroyed

This question was addressed to me in quiz.

This interesting question is from Controlled Release Medication in chapter Controlled Release Medication of Drug Biotechnology

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) The immune system destroys beta cells and no more insulin is being produced

For explanation I would say: Type 1 Diabetes is when the immune system destroys beta cells and no more insulin is being produced. It is the result of pancreas fails to produce enough insulin due to the loss of beta cells. This is also known as “insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus”. The cause of the disease is not known and may be an autoimmune disease.