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complete the table
Disorders |
Symptoms |
Lab Test Results |
Diabetes Insipidus |
Frequent urination, excessive thirst |
Normal blood glucose level, no glucose in the urine, low ADH level in the blood |
Acromegaly |
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Addison’s disease |
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Cushing’s syndrome |
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Hyperparathyroidism |
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Hyperthyroidism |
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Hypothyroidism |
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) |
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Type I Diabetes Mellitus |
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Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus |
DISORDER --------------- SYMPTOMS -------------------------- LAB RESULTS
Why are blood tests used in the diagnosis of endocrine disorders?
Blood tests are very important in the diagnosis of endocrine disorders. Blood tests measure the levels of various hormones in the body and also the responses of te endocrine glands to various forms of stimulations.
Why is age and sex important in diagnosing endocrine disorders?
Age and sex is important in endocrine disorders because certain diseases like Type 1 Diabetes mellitus are common in the pediatric age group, PCOS common in adolescent age group etc.
Also, certain endocrine disorders are more common or confined to a particular sex. PCOS is seen in females; Hyperthyroidism is more common in females.etc.