Metabolic disease due to absolute or relative deficiency of insulin is:
A) hyperglycemia.
B) hyperinsulinism.
C) diabetes insipidus.
D) diabetes mellitus.

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The metabolic disease due to absolute or relative deficiency of insulin is diabetes mellitus. A is incorrect as hyperglycemia is a symptom of diabetes but not the name of the disease. B is incorrect as hyperinsulinism is the opposite of diabetes, where there is excess insulin production. C is incorrect as diabetes insipidus is a condition where the kidneys are unable to retain water, leading to excessive urination and thirst, and is not related to insulin deficiency.

Metabolic Disease Due to Absolute or Relative Deficiency of Insulin