Question

Explain a disease is caused due to deficiency of vasopressin.

Answer 1

Vasopressin is a naturally occurring hormone that helps control various bodily functions. By maintaining the appropriate volume of water in the space that surrounds cells within the body, vasopressin allows proper cellular function. Vasopressin (also called antidiuretic hormone) plays a role in regulating the circadian rhythm — the periods of sleepiness and wakefulness in a 24-hour cycle. Vasopressin also helps maintain the body's internal temperature, its blood volume, and the proper flow of urine from the kidneys.

If you don't have enough vasopressin, your kidneys may excrete too much water. This causes frequent urination and can lead to dehydration, as well as low blood pressure.

Lack of vasopressin can be caused by Damage to the hypothalamus or pituitary gland, Drinking an excessive amount of water etc.