Biology Homeostasis PMDC Conceptual Practice
PMDC Verified Question 84 of 99
The medical term describing the excretion of an abnormally large volume of urine is:
A
Polydipsia
B
Polyphagia
C
Polyuria
D
Oliguria
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option C: Polyuria
Concept: Clinical urinary symptoms.

Solution: Polyuria is defined as urine output exceeding 3 liters per day in adults, commonly caused by diabetes mellitus or diabetes insipidus.

Why other options are incorrect:
  • Option A (Polydipsia): Excessive fluid consumption/thirst.

  • Option B (Polyphagia): Excessive hunger/food intake.

  • Option D (Oliguria): Abnormally low urine output (<400 mL/day).

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