Question

cloning, frabbet biol 2402 unit 1 exam (ch 1.. the metabolic condition called ______ results from the destruction of the beta cells in the pancreas due to an autoimmune response. multiple choice type 2 diabetes mellitus type 1 diabetes mellitus gestational diabetes

Explanation:

To solve this, we recall the characteristics of each diabetes type:

• Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is an autoimmune condition where the immune system destroys pancreatic beta cells (which produce insulin).
• Type 2 diabetes is more related to insulin resistance and relative insulin deficiency, not beta cell destruction via autoimmunity.
• Gestational diabetes occurs during pregnancy and is not due to autoimmune beta cell destruction.

So the condition described (autoimmune destruction of beta cells) matches Type 1 diabetes mellitus.

Answer:

B. Type 1 diabetes mellitus