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Identify an accurate statement about type 1 diabetes.

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C) Type 1 is also referred to as insulin-dependent diabetes or juvenile diabetes.

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Explanation: Type 1 diabetes is due destruction of the beta cells of islets of Langerhans of the pancreas. This results in decreased production of the insulin by the beta cells. Majority of the patients are adolescent and young adults. Hence it is called insulin dependent diabetes mellitus or juvenile onset diabetes mellitus

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