antidiuretic hormone
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noun Biochemistry.
vasopressin. Abbreviation: ADH
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Medical definitions for antidiuretic hormone
antidiuretic hormone
n.
vasopressin
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Scientific definitions for antidiuretic hormone
antidiuretic hormone
[ ăn′tē-dī′ə-rĕt′ĭk, ăn′tī- ]
A polypeptide hormone secreted by the posterior portion of the pituitary gland that constricts blood vessels, raises blood pressure, and reduces excretion of urine. Also called vasopressin
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