ADH

English Dictionary -> Letter A -> ADH

Search Dictionary:

ADH Definition

• (n) hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitressin) and also by nerve endings in the hypothalamus; affects blood pressure by stimulating capillary muscles and reduces urine flow by affecting reabsorption of water by kidney tubules

ADH Synonyms

• ADH
• antidiuretic hormone
• Pitressin
• vasopressin