Video - Antidiuretic hormone
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Antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin, is a hormone that regulates water and electrolytes (e.g. sodium) balance. It does so by increasing water reabsorption into the bloodstream by acting on the kidneys nephrons. ADH is synthesized in the hypothalamus, and released into circulation from the posterior pituitary gland. Its secretion is triggered by states of hypovolemia like hemorrhage, dehydration and thirst.
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