Which of the following statements is NOT descriptive of vasopressin?

a. It is also known as ADH.
b. It decreases tubular permeability to urea.
c. It is produced by the hypothalamus.
d. It is released by the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland.
e. It stimulates reabsorption of water.


B

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