What hormone controls the water level in the body?

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ADH:
ADH is abbreviated as antidiuretic hormone.
It is a non-peptide hormone synthesized in the hypothalamus. It is present in the neurons of the hypothalamus.
ADH is secreted by neurohypophysis
ADH maintains the functioning of the kidneys.
It helps in regulating the amount of water.
ADH works in the reabsorption of water in the kidneys.
Hence, ADH controls the water level in the body.

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