Endocrine Flashcards
1
Q
What causes hypoglycemia in babies with BWS?
A
Due to excessive insulin production from pancreatic beta cell hyperplasia
2
Q
Lab test to rule out type one diabetes
A
Absence of pancreatic islet auto antibodies, such as Ia2, gad, znt8
3
Q
Diabetes, insipidus
A
Inadequate ADh activity
Central due to decreased secretion from the pituitary
Peripheral due to impaired action in the kidneys
Treatment is desmopressin
4
Q
How to confirm diagnosis of diabetes, insipidus
A
Early morning serum sodium
Serum osmolality
Urine osmolality
