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

question 37

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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