A Lesion in the Posterior Pituitary Gland Resulting in Hypersecretion

question 138

Multiple Choice

A lesion in the posterior pituitary gland resulting in hypersecretion of ADH may result in:

• A) hypercalcemia.
• B) hypokalemia.
• C) hypertension.
• D) hyponatremia.

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