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What is the physiology of ADH/ Vasopressin/AVP?

Author: H K



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It is secreted by hypothalamus, stored in posterior pituitary, released when stimulated into blood vessels towards two targets, renal V2 receptors (increase H2O permeability in collecting ducts thus increasing H2O retention) And vascular V1 receptors (causing increased arterial BP by increased total vascular resistance)


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