Which Is TRUE About the Hormone Vasopressin (Also Known as Antidiuretic

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which is TRUE about the hormone vasopressin (also known as antidiuretic hormone, ADH) ?

• A) It is a peptide hormone released from the adrenal gland.
• B) It triggers insertion of aquaporins into the apical membranes of collecting duct cells.
• C) It promotes the excretion of more water in the urine.
• D) It stimulates the excretion of K⁺ in the urine.
• E) Its main function is to trigger the secretion of aldosterone.

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