Question

Give one word for the hormones that plays an important role in water absorption.

Answer 1

Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)

1. This hormone is synthesized by hypothalamic neurons and is temporarily stored in the posterior pituitary gland.
2. It is also called as vasopressin.
3. It plays an important in water reabsorption as collecting duct.
4. It reabsorbs water and produces less and concentrated urine.