Which statement regarding vasopressin is incorrect?

a. It is produced in the hypothalamus.
b. It stimulates uterine smooth muscle contraction.
c. It increases kidney reabsorption of water.
d. It is a potent arteriolar vasoconstrictor.
e. It is released when the osmolarity of the plasma increases.


B

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