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Question
Which one of the following is also known as antidiuretic hormone?
Options
Oxytocin
Vasopressin
Adrenaline
Calcitonin
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Solution
Vasopressin
Explanation:
Vasopressin is also known as an antidiuretic hormone (ADH).
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