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Antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also called vasopressin or arginine vasopressin, is released by which gland?

Correct answer C. Pituitary

Explanation

ADH is made in the hypothalamus and stored and released by the posterior pituitary; it makes the kidneys reabsorb more water and so concentrates the urine.

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