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Oxytocin and Vasopressin and Their Functions

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The hormone causing more urine formation

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Antidiuretic hormone is also known as ADH or vasopressin. ADH is produced by your pituitary gland and is part of the fluid absorption process in your kidneys. It increases Urine fromation.

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