Thirst is a basic and intrinsic craving for drinking fluids. When the plamsa concentration of ions increases as a result of dehydration or blood loss, thirst is stimulated in order to replenish the water lost. Test your basic knowledge of thirst physiology by taking this simple quiz.
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(1) Another name for the antidiuretic hormone (ADH) is vasopressin. Specifically, with a few exceptions, in most mammals (including humans), the hormone molecule is __________ vasopressin.
(2) Which of the following is the most commonly observed antidiuretic hormone (ADH) observed in mammals?
(3) Which of the following is the second most commonly observed antidiuretic hormone (ADH) observed in mammals?
(4) Which of the following is arginine vasopressin (AVP)?
(5) Which of the following is lysine vasopressin (LVP)?
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Posted: Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Last updated: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Last updated: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
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