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Vasopressin (Anti diuretic hormone)

Source of secretion:

ADH is secreted in hypothalamus and transported to posterior pituitary gland.

Chemistry:

It is a polypeptide containing 9 amino acids.

Vasopressin - Wikipedia

Metabolic role:

  • The major function of ADH is retention of water by acting on kidneys by increasing reabsorption of water from DCT and CT.
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