Which Statement with Regards to Vasopressin Is Correct

question 118

Multiple Choice

Which statement with regards to vasopressin is correct?

• A) It can completely halt urine production during periods of water deprivation to conserve water for the body.
• B) It activates the cyclic AMP second-messenger system within the tubular cells.
• C) It renders the distal and collecting tubules impermeable to water.
• D) It increases Na⁺ reabsorption by the distal portions of the nephron.

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