Which of the following statements about antidiuretic hormone (ADH) is false?

A. Stimulates reabsorption of water by the kidneys
B. Secreted in response to a decrease in blood osmolality
C. Also known as arginine vasopressin
D. Secreted from the pituitary gland


Answer: B

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