Q. Treatment with alloxan destroys
A) STH cells
B) Alpha cells of islets of Langerhans
C) Beta cells of islets of Langerhans
D) Cells of Leydig
Explanation
Alloxan is an oxidation product of uric acid that is found in the human intestine in diarrhea. It induces diabetes experimentally by selective destruction of pancreatic beta cells.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.