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Regulation of Kidney Function

Question

Which of the following stimulates the release of ADH?

Moderate

A

Drinking alcohol
B

Increase in osmolarity of body fluids
C

Excessive intake of water
D

Lack of sweating during winter

Solution

An excessive loss of fluid from the body can lead to increased osmolarity of body fluids. This activates the stretch receptors which stimulate the hypothalamus to release ADH from the neurohypophysis. Alcohol intake suppresses the release of ADH.

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