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antidiuretic hormone

noun

, Biochemistry.
  1. vasopressin. : ADH


antidiuretic hormone

noun

  1. another name for vasopressin ADH


antidiuretic hormone

/ ăn′tē-dī′ə-rĕtĭk,ăn′tī- /

  1. A polypeptide hormone secreted by the posterior portion of the pituitary gland that constricts blood vessels, raises blood pressure, and reduces excretion of urine.
  2. Also called vasopressin


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