ADH hormone (anti-diuretic hormone) Flashcards
1
Q
what does ADH hormone control
A
the regulation of water levels
2
Q
what does the hormone cause water to do
A
causes water to be re-absorbed back into the blood so that it is not lost from the body
3
Q
if we have dehydration what happens
A
the brain produces more ADH
this causes the kidneys so re-absorb more water
concentrated urine is produced
4
Q
if we drink alot what happens
A
the brain produces less ADH/ no ADH
so less eater is re-absorbed by the kidneys
so more dilute urine (more water)
