Identify the primary function of antidiuretic hormone (ADH).
A. Antidiuretic hormone is a substance that regulates water balance in the body by controlling the sodium potassium exchange in the body.
B. Antidiuretic hormone is a substance that regulates water balance in the body by controlling water loss in the urine.
C. Antidiuretic hormone is a substance that regulates water balance in the body by controlling the amount of the sodium ions in the body.
D. None of these are correct.
Answer: B
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