Q. Addison’s disease results from
A) Hypertrophy of gonads
B) Hyposecretion of adrenal cortex
C) Hyperactivity of cells of Leydig
D) None of the above
Explanation
Hyposecretion of adrenal cortex causes Addison’s disease. It is characterized by excessive loss of ${Na}^{+}$, ${Cl}^{-}$ and ${HCO}_{3}^{-}$, increased $K⁺$ level in blood, low BP etc.
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