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vasopressin (văz'ōprĕs`ĭn): see antidiuretic hormone antidiuretic hormone (ăn'tēdīy ..... Click the link for more information. . vasopressin [‚vā·zō′pres·ən] (biochemistry) A peptide hormone which is elaborated by the posterior pituitary and which has a pressor effect; used medicinally as an antidiuretic. Also known as antidiuretic hormone (ADH). How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Physuline is an oral vasopressin V2-receptor antagonist drug that has proven effective in patients with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH), a condition resulting in fluid overload due to the excessive release of antidiuretic hormone. Their study last September examined the levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that contributes to mood, and arginine vasopressin receptor la, a hormone associated with social communication and bonding. The findings indicate that this condition is caused by a decrease in urine production due to inappropriate secretion of arginine vasopressin (AVP). |
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