Which of the following is NOT true about the hormone ADH (antidiuretic hormone)?

A. ADH is produced by the hypothalamus.
B. ADH causes water to be reabsorbed into kidney capillaries.
C. ADH causes vasoconstriction to increase blood pressure.
D. ADH is released from the anterior pituitary gland.


Answer: D

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