Which Statement Is TRUE Regarding Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which statement is TRUE regarding antidiuretic hormone (ADH) ?

• A) ADH causes the kidneys to produce very dilute urine.
• B) ADH increases the permeability of the late distal tubule and cortical collecting ducts to water.
• C) ADH promotes water loss and increases urine output.
• D) ADH is secreted in response to low potassium ions in the blood.

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